1946 Allard J1 vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 63 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, 2009 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 560 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, 2009 BMW 320 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 2009 BMW 320 | |
Make | Allard | BMW |
Model | J1 | 320 |
Year Released | 1946 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |