1949 Allard J1 vs. 1959 BMW 700
To start off, 1959 BMW 700 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Allard J1 (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard J1 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. 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, 1949 Allard J1 (306 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1959 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | J1 | 700 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 697 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2130 mm |
