1952 Allard K3 vs. 2007 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2007 Pagani Zonda 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 1952 Allard K3. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 50 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 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard K3. (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard K3 | 2007 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Allard | Pagani |
| Model | K3 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
