1946 Allard J1 vs. 1994 BMW 735
To start off, 1994 BMW 735 is newer by 48 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, 1994 BMW 735 (208 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 735 weights approximately 800 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, 1994 BMW 735 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 1994 BMW 735 | |
Make | Allard | BMW |
Model | J1 | 735 |
Year Released | 1946 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3430 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2940 mm |