1954 Allard K3 vs. 1962 Aston Martin DB4
To start off, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 8 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 3,669 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1954 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1954 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, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Allard K3 | 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | |
| Make | Allard | Aston Martin |
| Model | K3 | DB4 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 3669 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 86 L |
