1947 Allard J1 vs. 1998 BMW 330
To start off, 1998 BMW 330 is newer by 51 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, 1998 BMW 330 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 255 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, 1947 Allard J1 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 330. (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1947 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 1998 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | J1 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
