1950 Allard K1 vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 58 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, 2008 BMW Z4 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1950 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 228 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, 1950 Allard K1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1950 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard K1 | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | K1 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 55 L |
