1949 Allard J1 vs. 2004 BMW M5
To start off, 2004 BMW M5 is newer by 55 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M5 weights approximately 738 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, 2004 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard J1 | 2004 BMW M5 | |
Make | Allard | BMW |
Model | J1 | M5 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 75.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1758 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2840 mm |