1950 Allard J1 vs. 2004 BMW 320
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (174 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1950 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1950 Allard J1. 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, 2004 BMW 320 (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Allard J1. 2004 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1950 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1950 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard J1 | 2004 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | J1 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
