1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2009 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 54 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen GTI (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 1955 Allard Palm Beach is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen GTI, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1955 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen GTI. (207 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1955 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Allard Palm Beach | 2009 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
Model | Palm Beach | GTI |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |