1952 Allard K3 vs. 1987 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1987 Lincoln Continental is newer by 35 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 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lincoln Continental (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1952 Allard K3. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 535 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, 1987 Lincoln Continental (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard K3. (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard K3 | 1987 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Allard | Lincoln |
| Model | K3 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
