1954 Allard K3 vs. 1987 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1987 Avanti Avanti is newer by 33 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1954 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 520 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, 1987 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Allard K3. 1987 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1954 Allard K3 has manual transmission. 1954 Allard K3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Allard K3 | 1987 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Allard | Avanti |
Model | K3 | Avanti |
Year Released | 1954 | 1987 |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3400 mm |