1950 Allard K1 vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Allard K1 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1950 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard K1.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Allard K1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard K1 | 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | |
| Make | Allard | Land Rover |
| Model | K1 | Discovery 3 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
