1948 Allard J1 vs. 2007 BMW M6
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 59 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 260 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, 2007 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 2007 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | J1 | M6 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2790 mm |
