1952 Allard K3 vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige 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 Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1952 Allard K3. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard K3 weights approximately 271 kg more than 2012 Lotus Exige.
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, 2012 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard K3. (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard K3 | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Allard | Lotus |
| Model | K3 | Exige |
| 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 | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6000 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 | 909 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 44 L |
