1946 Allard J1 vs. 1990 BMW 525
To start off, 1990 BMW 525 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 525 (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 525 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1946 Allard J1. 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, 1990 BMW 525 (240 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 1990 BMW 525 | |
Make | Allard | BMW |
Model | J1 | 525 |
Year Released | 1946 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |