1951 Allard K1 vs. 2007 BMW M
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 56 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, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1951 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M weights approximately 418 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, 2007 BMW M (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard K1 | 2007 BMW M | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | K1 | M |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 87 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 | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 55 L |
