1952 Allard K3 vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard K3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (248 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1952 Allard K3. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard K3 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
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 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard K3. (218 Nm). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard K3 | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Allard | Ferrari |
| Model | K3 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 100 L |
