1952 Allard K3 vs. 2009 BMW 128
To start off, 2009 BMW 128 is newer by 57 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, 2009 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1952 Allard K3. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 128 weights approximately 350 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, 2009 BMW 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard K3. (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard K3 | 2009 BMW 128 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | K3 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |
