1952 Allard K3 vs. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 37 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 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1952 Allard K3. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 240 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, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard K3. (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard K3 | 1989 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Allard | De Tomaso |
| Model | K3 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
