1953 Allard K3 vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 52 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 8 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Allard K3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 30 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard K3 | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Allard | Ford |
| Model | K3 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1758 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1212 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
