1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1968 Avanti Avanti

To start off, 1968 Avanti Avanti is newer by 10 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Avanti Avanti (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 620 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. 1968 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1958 Allard Palm Beach has manual transmission. 1958 Allard Palm Beach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Allard Palm Beach 1968 Avanti Avanti
Make Allard Avanti
Model Palm Beach Avanti
Year Released 1958 1968
Engine Size 2262 cc 5733 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 71 HP 230 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 880 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2780 mm