1954 Allard K3 vs. 1968 BMW 1600
To start off, 1968 BMW 1600 is newer by 14 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, 1968 BMW 1600 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1954 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Allard K3 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Allard K3 (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Allard K3 | 1968 BMW 1600 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | K3 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 46 L |
