1947 Allard J1 vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 63 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, 2010 BMW 335 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 715 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, 2010 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Allard J1. 2010 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 1947 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1947 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Allard J1 | 2010 BMW 335 | |
Make | Allard | BMW |
Model | J1 | 335 |
Year Released | 1947 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3620 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2761 mm |