1954 Allard K3 vs. 2009 BMW 760
To start off, 2009 BMW 760 is newer by 55 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 5,971 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1954 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 760 weights approximately 910 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, 2009 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Allard K3. 2009 BMW 760 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. 2009 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Allard K3 | 2009 BMW 760 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | K3 | 760 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 5971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 88 L |
