1954 Allard K3 vs. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 40 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1954 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 420 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, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Allard K3 | 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Allard | Lamborghini |
| Model | K3 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 581 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 100 L |
