1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2010 BMW 335

To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 55 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, 2010 BMW 335 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 BMW 335 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 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 2010 BMW 335
Make Allard BMW
Model Palm Beach 335
Year Released 1955 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3442 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 311 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 600 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 4624 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1811 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1384 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2810 mm


 

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