1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 44 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 2,324 cc, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (167 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 447 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.
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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle, 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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (220 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle 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 | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
Model | Palm Beach | Beetle |
Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2324 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1327 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |