1946 Allard J1 vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1954 Studebaker President State is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Allard J1 would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Studebaker President State (173 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Studebaker President State weights approximately 530 kg more than 1946 Allard J1. 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, 1954 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Allard | Studebaker |
| Model | J1 | President State |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3070 mm |
