1946 Allard K1 vs. 2011 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 300 is newer by 65 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 300 (363 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1946 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1946 Allard K1. 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 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard K1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard K1. 2011 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1946 Allard K1 has manual transmission. 1946 Allard K1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard K1 | 2011 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Allard | Chrysler |
| Model | K1 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1937 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 72 L |
