1952 Allard K3 vs. 1951 Aston Martin DB3
To start off, 1952 Allard K3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard K3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1952 Allard K3. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard K3 weights approximately 175 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. Let's talk about torque, 1951 Aston Martin DB3 (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard K3. (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1951 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard K3 | 1951 Aston Martin DB3 | |
| Make | Allard | Aston Martin |
| Model | K3 | DB3 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 243 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
