1946 Allard J1 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 66 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, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 715 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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | Allard | BMW |
Model | J1 | 328 |
Year Released | 1946 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |