1949 Allard J1 vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 63 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, 2012 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 990 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, 2012 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1. 2012 BMW 740 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. 2012 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard J1 | 2012 BMW 740 | |
Make | Allard | BMW |
Model | J1 | 740 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
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 | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3210 mm |