1947 Allard K1 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 66 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (498 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 1947 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 384 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard K1 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
| Model | K1 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 498 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 68 L |
