1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2011 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2011 Pagani Huayra is newer by 53 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 512 more horse power than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (188 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Pagani Huayra weights approximately 385 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm). This means 2011 Pagani Huayra 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 | 2011 Pagani Huayra | |
Make | Allard | Pagani |
Model | Palm Beach | Huayra |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 700 HP |
Torque | 285 Nm | 740 Nm |
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 | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4605 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2036 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1169 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2795 mm |