1948 Allard J1 vs. 2009 BMW 125
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 61 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, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 186 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 2009 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | J1 | 125 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 53 L |
