1952 Allard K3 vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 60 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, 2012 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1952 Allard K3. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard K3 weights approximately 268 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise.
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, 1952 Allard K3 (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1952 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard K3 | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Allard | Lotus |
| Model | K3 | Elise |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6800 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 | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 44 L |
