1946 Allard J1 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1115 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.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 1946 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1946 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Allard | BMW |
Model | J1 | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1946 | 2013 |
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 | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2132 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1559 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3070 mm |