1946 Allard K1 vs. 1989 BMW Z1
To start off, 1989 BMW Z1 is newer by 43 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, 1989 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1946 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW Z1 weights approximately 183 kg more than 1946 Allard K1. 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, 1989 BMW Z1 (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard K1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1989 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard K1 | 1989 BMW Z1 | |
Make | Allard | BMW |
Model | K1 | Z1 |
Year Released | 1946 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |