1952 Allard K3 vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 55 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, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1952 Allard K3. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 314 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, 2007 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard K3. (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard K3. 2007 BMW 320 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. 2007 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard K3 | 2007 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | K3 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |
