1954 Allard K3 vs. 1992 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJS is newer by 38 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 3,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1954 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 550 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, 1992 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Allard K3 | 1992 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Allard | Jaguar |
| Model | K3 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 3978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 82 L |
