1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1999 Ginetta G34

To start off, 1999 Ginetta G34 is newer by 42 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 30 kg more than 1999 Ginetta G34.

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, 1999 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Allard Palm Beach.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Allard Palm Beach 1999 Ginetta G34
Make Allard Ginetta
Model Palm Beach G34
Year Released 1957 1999
Engine Size 1507 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 47 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 101 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 840 kg 810 kg
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 3970 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1050 mm


 

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