1952 Allard K3 vs. 1992 BMW 320
To start off, 1992 BMW 320 is newer by 40 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, 1992 BMW 320 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1952 Allard K3. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 320 weights approximately 200 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1952 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard K3 | 1992 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | K3 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 66 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 | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |
