1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1946 Bristol 450
To start off, 1958 Allard Palm Beach is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Bristol 450 would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Allard Palm Beach (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1946 Bristol 450. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1946 Bristol 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 235 kg more than 1946 Bristol 450. 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:
1958 Allard Palm Beach | 1946 Bristol 450 | |
Make | Allard | Bristol |
Model | Palm Beach | 450 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 54 L |