1953 Allard K3 vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 54 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, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1953 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 213 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, 1953 Allard K3 (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320. 2007 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1953 Allard K3 has manual transmission. 1953 Allard K3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard K3 | 2007 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | K3 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
