1948 Allard J1 vs. 1992 BMW 540
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 44 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 581 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1. 1992 BMW 540 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. 1992 BMW 540 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1992 BMW 540 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | J1 | 540 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 1721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 80 L |
