1957 Allard GT vs. 2010 BMW M3
To start off, 2010 BMW M3 is newer by 53 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1957 Allard GT. (210 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M3 weights approximately 745 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, 2010 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard GT. (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Allard GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard GT | 2010 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | GT | M3 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
