1949 Allard K1 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 61 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, 2010 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1949 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 318 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, 2010 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard K1 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Allard | BMW |
Model | K1 | 118 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 51 L |