1954 Allard K3 vs. 2007 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 53 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1954 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 550 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, 2007 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Allard K3 | 2007 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Allard | Maserati |
| Model | K3 | GranSport |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 88 L |
