1946 Allard K1 vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 67 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 1946 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M6 weights approximately 863 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, 2013 BMW M6 (678 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard K1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard K1. 2013 BMW M6 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. 2013 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1946 Allard K1 | 2013 BMW M6 | |
Make | Allard | BMW |
Model | K1 | M6 |
Year Released | 1946 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4903 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2106 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2851 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 80 L |