1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1962 Maserati 151

To start off, 1962 Maserati 151 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 3,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Maserati 151 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 151 (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 151 should accelerate faster than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Maserati 151 weights approximately 15 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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Maserati 151 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 151 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Allard Palm Beach.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Allard Palm Beach 1962 Maserati 151
Make Allard Maserati
Model Palm Beach 151
Year Released 1958 1962
Engine Size 2262 cc 3942 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 71 HP 355 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 152 Nm 487 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 880 kg 895 kg
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2310 mm


 

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