1957 Allard GT vs. 2005 BMW 745
To start off, 2005 BMW 745 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Allard GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Allard GT would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1957 Allard GT. (210 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 745 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1957 Allard GT. 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, 2005 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard GT. (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Allard GT. 2005 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1957 Allard GT has manual transmission. 1957 Allard GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard GT | 2005 BMW 745 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | GT | 745 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2010 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 88 L |
