1948 Allard J1 vs. 1984 BMW 316
To start off, 1984 BMW 316 is newer by 36 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 3,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Allard J1 (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 BMW 316. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard J1 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1984 BMW 316. 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, 1948 Allard J1 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 316. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 316. 1984 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 1948 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1948 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1984 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | J1 | 316 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 55 L |
