1946 Allard K1 vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 59 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, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1946 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 393 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard K1. (204 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard K1 | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | K1 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1460 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 |
