1952 Allard K3 vs. 1995 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1995 Westfield ZEI is newer by 43 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), 1995 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Westfield ZEI (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1952 Allard K3. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard K3 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1995 Westfield ZEI.
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, 1995 Westfield ZEI (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard K3. (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard K3 | 1995 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Allard | Westfield |
| Model | K3 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
