1948 Allard J1 vs. 1990 BMW 316
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 42 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, 1990 BMW 316 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 316 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1948 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, 1948 Allard J1 (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1990 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | J1 | 316 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1080 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 |
