1954 Allard K3 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 52 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1954 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1676 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, 1954 Allard K3 (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Allard K3 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Allard | Ford |
| Model | K3 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
