1953 Allard K3 vs. 1966 Lamborghini 400
To start off, 1966 Lamborghini 400 is newer by 13 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 3,927 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Lamborghini 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lamborghini 400 (317 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1953 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini 400 should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard K3.
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, 1966 Lamborghini 400 (373 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard K3. (217 Nm). This means 1966 Lamborghini 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard K3 | 1966 Lamborghini 400 | |
| Make | Allard | Lamborghini |
| Model | K3 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 86 L |
