1952 Allard K3 vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1959 Jaguar MK II is newer by 7 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1952 Allard K3. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 320 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard K3. (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard K3 | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Allard | Jaguar |
| Model | K3 | MK II |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2900 mm |
