1952 Allard K3 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1952 Allard K3. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 290 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 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard K3. (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard K3 | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
| Model | K3 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 5968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
