1948 Allard J1 vs. 2008 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 60 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, 2008 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 485 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard J1 | 2008 BMW 320 | |
Make | Allard | BMW |
Model | J1 | 320 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |