1948 Allard K1 vs. 2010 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Allard K1 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1948 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mustang weights approximately 536 kg more than 1948 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, 2010 Ford Mustang (440 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard K1 | 2010 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Allard | Ford |
| Model | K1 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 61 L |
