1954 Allard K3 vs. 2008 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 599 is newer by 54 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 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 518 more horse power than 1954 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 590 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, 2008 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Allard K3. 2008 Ferrari 599 has automatic transmission and 1954 Allard K3 has manual transmission. 1954 Allard K3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ferrari 599 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Allard K3 | 2008 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Allard | Ferrari |
| Model | K3 | 599 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 105 L |
