1946 Allard K1 vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 63 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, 2009 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1946 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 318 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, 2009 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard K1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard K1. 2009 BMW 530 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. 2009 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard K1 | 2009 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | K1 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 138 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 70 L |
