1946 Allard J1 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 67 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 385 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 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Allard | BMW |
Model | J1 | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1946 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |