1952 Allard K3 vs. 1967 Ferrari 365 California
To start off, 1967 Ferrari 365 California is newer by 15 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 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 365 California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 365 California (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1952 Allard K3. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 365 California should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 365 California weights approximately 315 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, 1967 Ferrari 365 California (363 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard K3. (218 Nm). This means 1967 Ferrari 365 California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard K3 | 1967 Ferrari 365 California | |
| Make | Allard | Ferrari |
| Model | K3 | 365 California |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 71 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 | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 133 L |
