1954 Allard K3 vs. 1959 Austin-Healey 3000
To start off, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Allard K3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Allard K3 would be higher. At 3,621 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Allard K3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1954 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Allard K3 weights approximately 37 kg more than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
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, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Allard K3 | 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | |
Make | Allard | Austin-Healey |
Model | K3 | 3000 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 2911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1143 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 54 L |