1952 Allard K3 vs. 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III
To start off, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 11 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, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1952 Allard K3. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster 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. Let's talk about torque, 1952 Allard K3 (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard K3 | 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | |
Make | Allard | Austin-Healey |
Model | K3 | 3000 Mk III |
Year Released | 1952 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 54 L |