1947 Allard J1 vs. 1994 BMW M3
To start off, 1994 BMW M3 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1947 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M3 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1947 Allard J1. 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, 1994 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 1994 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | J1 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
