1952 Allard J2R vs. 2004 BMW 520
To start off, 2004 BMW 520 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard J2R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard J2R would be higher. At 5,415 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard J2R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Allard J2R (251 HP) has 83 more horse power than 2004 BMW 520. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard J2R should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 520 weights approximately 672 kg more than 1952 Allard J2R.
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, 1952 Allard J2R (508 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Allard J2R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard J2R | 2004 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | J2R | 520 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5415 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 508 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
