1954 Allard K3 vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1954 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Allard K3 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
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, 1993 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Allard | Porsche |
Model | K3 | 911 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 3162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |