1952 Allard K3 vs. 1957 Buick 40
To start off, 1957 Buick 40 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard K3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard K3 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Buick 40 (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1952 Allard K3. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Buick 40 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1952 Allard K3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard K3. (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard K3 | 1957 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Allard | Buick |
| Model | K3 | 40 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3110 mm |
