1950 Allard J1 vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 57 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, 2007 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1950 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 378 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, 2007 BMW Z4 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Allard J1 | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Allard | BMW |
Model | J1 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |