1953 Allard K3 vs. 2009 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 56 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 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1953 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (420 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard K3 | 2009 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Allard | Aston Martin |
| Model | K3 | DBS |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 5933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
