1957 Allard GT vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Allard GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Allard GT would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Allard GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (216 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1957 Allard GT. (210 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1957 Allard GT. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard GT. (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Allard GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard GT | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Allard | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT | 320 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
