1947 Allard J1 vs. 1995 BMW Dinan
To start off, 1995 BMW Dinan is newer by 48 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, 1995 BMW Dinan (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Dinan should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW Dinan weights approximately 585 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, 1995 BMW Dinan (403 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard J1. (305 Nm). This means 1995 BMW Dinan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 1995 BMW Dinan | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | J1 | Dinan |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1995 |
| 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 | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
