1948 Allard K1 vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 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 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1948 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 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 530 (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard K1. 2012 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1948 Allard K1 has manual transmission. 1948 Allard K1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard K1 | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | Allard | BMW |
Model | K1 | 530 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 70 L |