1954 Allard K3 vs. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 30 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1954 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 640 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Allard K3 | 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Allard | Aston Martin |
Model | K3 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1954 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 85.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 113 L |