1953 Allard K3 vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1953 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1033 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 Mercedes-Benz S (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard K3 | 1978 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Allard | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | K3 | S |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 2215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2870 mm |
