1952 Allard K3 vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1978 Buick Century is newer by 26 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, 1978 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1952 Allard K3. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 250 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, 1952 Allard K3 (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1952 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard K3 | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Allard | Buick |
| Model | K3 | Century |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
