1949 Allard J1 vs. 2009 BMW 550
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 60 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, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 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, 2009 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2009 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | J1 | 550 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 4799 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 491 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 | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
