1952 Allard K2 vs. 1952 BMW 501
To start off, both 1952 Allard K2 and 1952 BMW 501 were released in the same year (1952). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard K2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Allard K2 (85 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1952 BMW 501. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard K2 should accelerate faster than 1952 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 BMW 501 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1952 Allard K2.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard K2 | 1952 BMW 501 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | K2 | 501 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2840 mm |
