1973 AC 428 vs. 1954 Allard K3
To start off, 1973 AC 428 is newer by 19 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 7,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1954 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 AC 428 weights approximately 250 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, 1973 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 AC 428 | 1954 Allard K3 | |
| Make | AC | Allard |
| Model | 428 | K3 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7002 cc | 3621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
