1952 Allard K3 vs. 1997 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1997 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 45 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, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (307 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1952 Allard K3. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 110 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, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard K3. (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard K3 | 1997 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Allard | Venturi |
| Model | K3 | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
