1948 Allard K1 vs. 2012 BMW 330
To start off, 2012 BMW 330 is newer by 64 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, 2012 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1948 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard K1.
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, 2012 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard K1 | 2012 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | K1 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 57 L |
