1957 Allard GT vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 50 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Allard GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Allard GT (210 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Allard GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 288 kg more than 1957 Allard GT.
Because 1957 Allard GT 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 1957 Allard GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1957 Allard GT (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Allard GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard GT | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT | Passat |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
