1952 Allard K3 vs. 1993 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1993 Marcos Mantara is newer by 41 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1952 Allard K3. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard K3 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1993 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard K3. (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard K3 | 1993 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Allard | Marcos |
| Model | K3 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1090 mm |
