1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2009 Volvo C70
To start off, 2009 Volvo C70 is newer by 52 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 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo C70 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach.
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, 2009 Volvo C70, 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 Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo C70. (236 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1957 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard Palm Beach | 2009 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Allard | Volvo |
| Model | Palm Beach | C70 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
