1946 Allard J1 vs. 1996 BMW Z3
To start off, 1996 BMW Z3 is newer by 50 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, 1996 BMW Z3 (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW Z3 weights approximately 610 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, 1946 Allard J1 (203 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW Z3. (180 Nm). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1996 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | J1 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
