1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1962 Triumph Dove GTR4
To start off, 1962 Triumph Dove GTR4 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 3,442 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 84 more horse power than 1962 Triumph Dove GTR4. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph Dove GTR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Triumph Dove GTR4 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1958 Allard Palm Beach.
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 | 1962 Triumph Dove GTR4 | |
Make | Allard | Triumph |
Model | Palm Beach | Dove GTR4 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
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 | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 53 L |