1954 Allard K3 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 3,621 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Allard K3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1954 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Allard K3 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Allard K3 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Allard | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | K3 | Viano |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
