1953 Allard K3 vs. 1995 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1995 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 42 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, 1995 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1953 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Allard K3 weights approximately 507 kg more than 1995 Donkervoort S8.
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, 1953 Allard K3 (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Allard K3 | 1995 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | Allard | Donkervoort |
Model | K3 | S8 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |