1953 Allard K3 vs. 2008 BMW 523
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 55 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, 2008 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1953 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 523 weights approximately 318 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, 2008 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard K3. 2008 BMW 523 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. 2008 BMW 523 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard K3 | 2008 BMW 523 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | K3 | 523 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
