1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1964 Triumph Dove GTR4
To start off, 1964 Triumph Dove GTR4 is newer by 6 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Triumph Dove GTR4 (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Triumph Dove GTR4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Triumph Dove GTR4 weights approximately 135 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 | 1964 Triumph Dove GTR4 | |
| Make | Allard | Triumph |
| Model | Palm Beach | Dove GTR4 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 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 | 29 L |
