1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1994 McLaren F1
To start off, 1994 McLaren F1 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 6,062 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 McLaren F1 (627 HP) has 556 more horse power than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 McLaren F1 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 McLaren F1 (881 Nm) has 729 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm). This means 1994 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Allard Palm Beach | 1994 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Allard | McLaren |
Model | Palm Beach | F1 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 6062 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 627 HP |
Torque | 152 Nm | 881 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |