1954 Allard K3 vs. 1998 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1998 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 44 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, 1998 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1954 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Allard K3 weights approximately 526 kg more than 1998 Donkervoort D8.
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, 1954 Allard K3 (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1954 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Allard K3 | 1998 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Allard | Donkervoort |
Model | K3 | D8 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |