1952 Allard K3 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1952 Allard K3. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 81 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 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard K3. (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard K3 | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
| Model | K3 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 6198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 103.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 92 mm |
| 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 | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
