1949 Allard J1 vs. 2003 BMW M3
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 54 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 422 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, 2003 BMW M3 (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 BMW M3 | |
Make | Allard | BMW |
Model | J1 | M3 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 85.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |