1953 Allard K3 vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1968 Holden Belmont is newer by 15 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, 1968 Holden Belmont (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1953 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 108 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, 1968 Holden Belmont (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard K3 | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Allard | Holden |
| Model | K3 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
