1952 Allard K3 vs. 1952 Bentley R Type Continental
To start off, both 1952 Allard K3 and 1952 Bentley R Type Continental were released in the same year (1952). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,566 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Bentley R Type Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Bentley R Type Continental weights approximately 471 kg more than 1952 Allard K3.
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:
| 1952 Allard K3 | 1952 Bentley R Type Continental | |
| Make | Allard | Bentley |
| Model | K3 | R Type Continental |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4566 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 0 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1651 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 81 L |
