1949 Allard K1 vs. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 35 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1949 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 873 kg more than 1949 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, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard K1. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 1949 Allard K1 has manual transmission. 1949 Allard K1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard K1 | 1984 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | Allard | De Tomaso |
| Model | K1 | Deauville |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| 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 | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
