1947 Allard K1 vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Allard K1 would be higher. At 4,520 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1947 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1947 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Allard K1. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 has automatic transmission and 1947 Allard K1 has manual transmission. 1947 Allard K1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard K1 | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
| Make | Allard | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | K1 | 450 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| 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 | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2870 mm |
