1957 Allard GT vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 56 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1957 Allard GT. (210 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 368 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.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Allard GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard GT. (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Allard GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard GT | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT | Golf |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
