1954 Allard K3 vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 1992 Porsche 911 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 3,621 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Allard K3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1954 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 290 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 Porsche 911 (520 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Allard K3 | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Allard | Porsche |
Model | K3 | 911 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 76.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 78 L |