1954 Allard K3 vs. 1969 Buick GS
To start off, 1969 Buick GS is newer by 15 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 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1954 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 620 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, 1969 Buick GS (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Allard K3 | 1969 Buick GS | |
| Make | Allard | Buick |
| Model | K3 | GS |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
