1952 Allard J2R vs. 1996 BMW 525
To start off, 1996 BMW 525 is newer by 44 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 110 more horse power than 1996 BMW 525. (141 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard J2R should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 525 weights approximately 565 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 525. (279 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1952 Allard J2R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard J2R | 1996 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | J2R | 525 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5415 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 508 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1563 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 880 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
