1952 Allard K3 vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS 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 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1952 Allard K3. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 455 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 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard K3. (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard K3 | 2009 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Allard | Cadillac |
| Model | K3 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
