1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2005 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2005 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 49 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 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac DeVille (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1039 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, 2005 Cadillac DeVille, 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, 2005 Cadillac DeVille (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. 2005 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1956 Allard Palm Beach has manual transmission. 1956 Allard Palm Beach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Allard Palm Beach | 2005 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Allard | Cadillac |
| Model | Palm Beach | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 4570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
