1946 Allard K1 vs. 1999 BMW 330
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 53 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, 1999 BMW 330 (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1946 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 633 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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard K1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard K1. 1999 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1946 Allard K1 has manual transmission. 1946 Allard K1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard K1 | 1999 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | K1 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 138 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 63 L |
