1951 Allard J1 vs. 1998 BMW Pickster
To start off, 1998 BMW Pickster is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1951 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 1951 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, 1998 BMW Pickster (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Pickster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard J1 | 1998 BMW Pickster | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | J1 | Pickster |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
