1949 Allard K1 vs. 1991 BMW 325
To start off, 1991 BMW 325 is newer by 42 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, 1991 BMW 325 (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1949 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 325 weights approximately 367 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, 1991 BMW 325 (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard K1 | 1991 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | K1 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 70 L |
