1948 Allard J1 vs. 1972 BMW Touring
To start off, 1972 BMW Touring is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Allard J1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW Touring weights approximately 10 kg more than 1948 Allard J1.
Let's talk about torque, 1948 Allard J1 (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard J1 | 1972 BMW Touring | |
Make | Allard | BMW |
Model | J1 | Touring |
Year Released | 1948 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1574 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |