1948 Allard J1 vs. 2009 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 505 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard J1 | 2009 BMW M3 | |
Make | Allard | BMW |
Model | J1 | M3 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |