1950 Allard K1 vs. 1972 BMW 3
To start off, 1972 BMW 3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 3 (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1950 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 3 weights approximately 307 kg more than 1950 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, 1972 BMW 3 (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard K1 | 1972 BMW 3 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | K1 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
