1953 Allard K3 vs. 1998 BMW 318
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 45 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, 1953 Allard K3 (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Allard K3 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 108 kg more than 1953 Allard K3.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard K3 | 1998 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | K3 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
