1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1955 DKW F 93
To start off, 1956 Allard Palm Beach is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 DKW F 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 DKW F 93 would be higher. At 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Allard Palm Beach (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1955 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 DKW F 93 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1956 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 1956 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 1956 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 DKW F 93, 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, 1956 Allard Palm Beach (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Allard Palm Beach | 1955 DKW F 93 | |
Make | Allard | DKW |
Model | Palm Beach | F 93 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |