1954 Allard K3 vs. 2000 Alpina B 10
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 46 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 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1954 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 560 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, 2000 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Allard K3 | 2000 Alpina B 10 | |
Make | Allard | Alpina |
Model | K3 | B 10 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 4619 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 342 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |