1954 Allard K3 vs. 1995 GMC Safari
To start off, 1995 GMC Safari is newer by 41 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1954 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 775 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, 1995 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Allard K3. 1995 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1954 Allard K3 has manual transmission. 1954 Allard K3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Allard K3 | 1995 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Allard | GMC |
| Model | K3 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 98 L |
