1948 Allard K1 vs. 1957 BMW 501
To start off, 1957 BMW 501 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 BMW 501 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1948 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 501 weights approximately 338 kg more than 1948 Allard K1. 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, 1957 BMW 501 (223 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1957 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard K1 | 1957 BMW 501 | |
Make | Allard | BMW |
Model | K1 | 501 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2840 mm |