1946 Allard K1 vs. 1995 BMW 528
To start off, 1995 BMW 528 is newer by 49 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, 1995 BMW 528 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1946 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 528 weights approximately 513 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, 1995 BMW 528 (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard K1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard K1 | 1995 BMW 528 | |
Make | Allard | BMW |
Model | K1 | 528 |
Year Released | 1946 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 84 mm |
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 | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 70 L |