1947 Allard J1 vs. 2004 BMW 116
To start off, 2004 BMW 116 is newer by 57 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 3,620 cc (8 cylinders), 1947 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 116 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 116 weights approximately 260 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 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 116. (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1947 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 2004 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | J1 | 116 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3620 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
