1954 Allard K3 vs. 1977 Bitter Diplomat
To start off, 1977 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 23 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1954 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 500 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, 1977 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1977 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Allard K3 | 1977 Bitter Diplomat | |
| Make | Allard | Bitter |
| Model | K3 | Diplomat |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
