1953 Allard K3 vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM is newer by 10 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Allard K3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1953 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Allard K3 weights approximately 332 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM.
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, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (314 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Allard K3 | 1963 Ferrari 250 LM | |
Make | Allard | Ferrari |
Model | K3 | 250 LM |
Year Released | 1953 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 58.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 140 L |