1954 Allard K3 vs. 1990 BMW 850
To start off, 1990 BMW 850 is newer by 36 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 850 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1954 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 850 weights approximately 610 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, 1990 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Allard K3 | 1990 BMW 850 | |
Make | Allard | BMW |
Model | K3 | 850 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 52 L |