1949 Allard J1 vs. 1968 BMW 1600
To start off, 1968 BMW 1600 is newer by 19 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, both vehicles can yield 100 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard J1 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Allard J1 (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard J1 | 1968 BMW 1600 | |
Make | Allard | BMW |
Model | J1 | 1600 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 46 L |