1949 Allard K1 vs. 2008 BMW 116
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 59 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, 2008 BMW 116 (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1949 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 116 weights approximately 138 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, 1949 Allard K1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1949 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard K1 | 2008 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | K1 | 116 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 50 L |
