1953 Allard K3 vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 60 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1953 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 273 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Allard K3 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Allard | BMW |
Model | K3 | 1 Series |
Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 53 L |