1953 Allard K3 vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 57 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1953 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard K3 | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Allard | Dodge |
| Model | K3 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 98 L |
