1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1994 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1994 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 36 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), 1994 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Pontiac Firebird (275 HP) has 87 more horse power than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (188 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 445 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 | 1994 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Allard | Pontiac |
| Model | Palm Beach | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 275 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 59 L |
