1954 Allard K3 vs. 1988 TVR Type S
To start off, 1988 TVR Type S is newer by 34 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 3,621 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Allard K3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Type S (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1954 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Type S 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 1988 TVR Type S.
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, 1988 TVR Type S (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Allard K3 | 1988 TVR Type S | |
| Make | Allard | TVR |
| Model | K3 | Type S |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 68.5 mm |
| 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 | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2300 mm |
