1952 Allard K3 vs. 2004 BMW 630
To start off, 2004 BMW 630 is newer by 52 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, 2004 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1952 Allard K3. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 630 weights approximately 596 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, 2004 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard K3. (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard K3. 2004 BMW 630 has automatic transmission and 1952 Allard K3 has manual transmission. 1952 Allard K3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 630 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard K3 | 2004 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | K3 | 630 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
