1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (46 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 696 kg more than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Allard Palm Beach | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Allard | Porsche |
| Model | Palm Beach | 911 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 67 L |
