1951 Allard K1 vs. 1959 Maserati Tipo 61
To start off, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 (247 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1951 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Allard K1 weights approximately 467 kg more than 1959 Maserati Tipo 61.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard K1 | 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 | |
| Make | Allard | Maserati |
| Model | K1 | Tipo 61 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2890 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2210 mm |
