1949 Allard J1 vs. 1992 BMW M3
To start off, 1992 BMW M3 is newer by 43 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, 1992 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW M3 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1949 Allard J1. 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, 1992 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard J1 | 1992 BMW M3 | |
Make | Allard | BMW |
Model | J1 | M3 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |