1953 Allard K3 vs. 1973 Bristol 411
To start off, 1973 Bristol 411 is newer by 20 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 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1953 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 528 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, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard K3 | 1973 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Allard | Bristol |
| Model | K3 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 289 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
