1949 Allard J1 vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 58 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, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1.
Because 2007 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2007 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | J1 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
