1957 Allard GT vs. 2003 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Allard GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Allard GT would be higher. At 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1957 Allard GT. (210 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 1014 kg more than 1957 Allard GT. 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, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard GT. (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Allard GT. 2003 Chevrolet SSR has automatic transmission and 1957 Allard GT has manual transmission. 1957 Allard GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet SSR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard GT | 2003 Chevrolet SSR | |
| Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
| Model | GT | SSR |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 5316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 449 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2154 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2950 mm |
