1949 Allard J1 vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (358 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1.
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, 2007 BMW Z4 (385 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard J1 | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Allard | BMW |
Model | J1 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 358 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |