1953 Allard K3 vs. 1956 Buick 40
To start off, 1956 Buick 40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Allard K3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Allard K3 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Buick 40 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1953 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 522 kg more than 1953 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, 1956 Buick 40 (433 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Allard K3 | 1956 Buick 40 | |
Make | Allard | Buick |
Model | K3 | 40 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 5279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 433 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3110 mm |