1952 Allard K3 vs. 2000 Noble M12
To start off, 2000 Noble M12 is newer by 48 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, 2000 Noble M12 (307 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1952 Allard K3. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard K3 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2000 Noble M12.
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, 2000 Noble M12 (435 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard K3. (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard K3 | 2000 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Allard | Noble |
| Model | K3 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| 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 | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
