1954 Allard K3 vs. 2004 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2004 Lotus Esprit is newer by 50 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, 2004 Lotus Esprit (241 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1954 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 125 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, 2004 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Allard K3 | 2004 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Allard | Lotus |
| Model | K3 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
