1952 Allard K3 vs. 2003 Alpina B3
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 51 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, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1952 Allard K3. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 465 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, 2003 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard K3. (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard K3 | 2003 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Allard | Alpina |
| Model | K3 | B3 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |
