1953 Allard K3 vs. 1986 BMW 325
To start off, 1986 BMW 325 is newer by 33 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, 1986 BMW 325 (126 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1953 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Allard K3 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1986 BMW 325.
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, 1986 BMW 325 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard K3 | 1986 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | K3 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2693 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
