1946 Allard K1 vs. 1952 BMW 501
To start off, 1952 BMW 501 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Allard K1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1952 BMW 501. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Allard K1 should accelerate faster than 1952 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 BMW 501 weights approximately 218 kg more than 1946 Allard K1.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard K1 | 1952 BMW 501 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | K1 | 501 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 96 mm |
| 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 Weight | 1067 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2840 mm |
