1948 Allard J1 vs. 2000 BMW 323
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 52 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, 2000 BMW 323 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 470 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 (305 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323. 2000 BMW 323 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. 2000 BMW 323 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 2000 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | J1 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 70 L |
