1949 Allard K1 vs. 1953 Aston Martin DB3
To start off, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1949 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard K1 weights approximately 62 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB3.
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, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard K1 | 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | |
| Make | Allard | Aston Martin |
| Model | K1 | DB3 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 243 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
