1953 Allard K3 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 19 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 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1953 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 738 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard K3 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Allard | Dodge |
| Model | K3 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3110 mm |
