1954 Allard K3 vs. 1972 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1972 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 18 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 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Miura (435 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1954 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Allard K3 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Miura.
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, 1972 Lamborghini Miura (403 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Allard K3 | 1972 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | Allard | Lamborghini |
| Model | K3 | Miura |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 93 L |
