1998 Acura NSX vs. 1954 Allard K3
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 44 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, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1954 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard K3.
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, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 1954 Allard K3 | |
| Make | Acura | Allard |
| Model | NSX | K3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2550 mm |
