1954 Allard K3 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (382 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1954 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 478 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 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Allard K3 | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Allard | Vauxhall |
| Model | K3 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
