1949 Allard J1 vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 59 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, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 660 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | J1 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
