1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2011 Chevrolet Volt
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Volt is newer by 56 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, 1955 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Volt. (149 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Volt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Volt weights approximately 750 kg more 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, 2011 Chevrolet Volt, 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, 2011 Chevrolet Volt (370 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Volt 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Volt | |
| Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
| Model | Palm Beach | Volt |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 149 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4498 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2685 mm |
