1950 Allard K1 vs. 2003 BMW 525
To start off, 2003 BMW 525 is newer by 53 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, 2003 BMW 525 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1950 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 525 weights approximately 498 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, 2003 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Allard K1 | 2003 BMW 525 | |
Make | Allard | BMW |
Model | K1 | 525 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 70 L |