1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 50 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 494 kg more than 1958 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 1958 Allard Palm Beach is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
| Model | Palm Beach | Passat |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 62 L |
