1946 Allard K1 vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Allard K1 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1946 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Allard K1 weights approximately 101 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard K1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard K1 | 2009 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Allard | Ford |
Model | K1 | F-350 |
Year Released | 1946 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 144 L |