1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1955 Lancia D 50
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 Lancia D 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Lancia D 50 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Lancia D 50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Lancia D 50 (247 HP @ 8100 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia D 50 should accelerate faster than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 200 kg more than 1955 Lancia D 50.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Allard Palm Beach | 1955 Lancia D 50 | |
| Make | Allard | Lancia |
| Model | Palm Beach | D 50 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 640 kg |
