1948 Allard J1 vs. 2009 BMW 650
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 385 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, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1. 2009 BMW 650 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. 2009 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 2009 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | J1 | 650 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 70 L |
