1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1950 Allard K2
To start off, 1958 Allard Palm Beach is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Allard K2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Allard K2 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Allard K2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Allard K2 (85 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Allard K2 should accelerate faster than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Allard K2 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1958 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:
| 1958 Allard Palm Beach | 1950 Allard K2 | |
| Make | Allard | Allard |
| Model | Palm Beach | K2 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
