1949 Allard J1 vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 62 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, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 1115 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.
Because 2011 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1. 2011 BMW 535 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. 2011 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1949 Allard J1 | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Allard | BMW |
Model | J1 | 535 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3071 mm |