1946 Allard J1 vs. 2009 BMW 323
To start off, 2009 BMW 323 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 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1.
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 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 2009 BMW 323 | |
Make | Allard | BMW |
Model | J1 | 323 |
Year Released | 1946 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |