1949 Allard J1 vs. 2008 BMW 550
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 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 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 520 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, 2008 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1. 2008 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1949 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1949 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2008 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | J1 | 550 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 4799 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
