1951 Allard K1 vs. 1991 BMW 318
To start off, 1991 BMW 318 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 318 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1951 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 318 weights approximately 173 kg more than 1951 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, 1951 Allard K1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1951 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Allard K1 | 1991 BMW 318 | |
Make | Allard | BMW |
Model | K1 | 318 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 65 L |