1948 Allard K1 vs. 2003 BMW M3
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 55 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, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1948 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 318 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, 2003 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard K1 | 2003 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | K1 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 63 L |
