1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1999 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Quantum 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Quantum (110 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 290 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.
Because 1957 Allard Palm Beach 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 Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Quantum, 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, 1999 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Quantum 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 Volkswagen Quantum | |
Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
Model | Palm Beach | Quantum |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |