1949 Allard K1 vs. 1968 BMW 2000
To start off, 1968 BMW 2000 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2000 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1949 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2000 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard K1 weights approximately 107 kg more than 1968 BMW 2000.
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, 1949 Allard K1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2000. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1949 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard K1 | 1968 BMW 2000 | |
Make | Allard | BMW |
Model | K1 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 70 L |