1953 Allard K3 vs. 1978 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1978 Ford Falcon is newer by 25 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, 1978 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1953 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Falcon weights approximately 198 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, 1978 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard K3 | 1978 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Allard | Ford |
| Model | K3 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
