1949 Allard K1 vs. 1994 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1994 TVR Chimaera is newer by 45 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1949 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard K1 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1994 TVR Chimaera.
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, 1994 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard K1 | 1994 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Allard | TVR |
| Model | K1 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 71.1 mm |
| 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 | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 57 L |
