1951 Allard K2 vs. 1951 Aston Martin DB3
To start off, both 1951 Allard K2 and 1951 Aston Martin DB3 were released in the same year (1951). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Allard K2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1951 Allard K2. (85 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard K2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Allard K2 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1951 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard K2 | 1951 Aston Martin DB3 | |
| Make | Allard | Aston Martin |
| Model | K2 | DB3 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
