1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1970 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1970 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 7,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Cadillac DeVille (288 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard Palm Beach | 1970 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Allard | Cadillac |
| Model | Palm Beach | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 7735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3300 mm |
