1953 Allard K3 vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 53 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 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1953 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 153 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, 2006 Maserati GranSport (453 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard K3 | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Allard | Maserati |
| Model | K3 | GranSport |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 73 L |
