1949 Allard K1 vs. 1976 BMW 630
To start off, 1976 BMW 630 is newer by 27 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, 1976 BMW 630 (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1949 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 630 weights approximately 391 kg more than 1949 Allard K1. 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, 1976 BMW 630 (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard K1 | 1976 BMW 630 | |
Make | Allard | BMW |
Model | K1 | 630 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |