1954 Allard K3 vs. 2000 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 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 3,621 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Allard K3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1954 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 400 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.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Allard K3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 will offer significantly more control. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. (181 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Allard K3 | 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Allard | Beijing |
| Model | K3 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
