1953 Allard K3 vs. 2003 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2003 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 50 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1953 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 118 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, 2003 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Allard K3 | 2003 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Allard | Jensen |
Model | K3 | SV-8 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |