1950 Allard J1 vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 56 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, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1950 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard J1.
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, 2006 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard J1 | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | J1 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2999 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2890 mm |
