1947 Allard J1 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 66 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 1060 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Allard J1. 2013 BMW 6 series 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. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | J1 | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3620 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4897 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2855 mm |
