1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 56 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 513 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, 2012 Volkswagen GTI, 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, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. 2012 Volkswagen GTI 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. 2012 Volkswagen GTI will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Allard Palm Beach | 2012 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
| Model | Palm Beach | GTI |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
