1946 Allard J1 vs. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII is newer by 10 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 745 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, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1956 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 1956 Jaguar MK VIII | |
Make | Allard | Jaguar |
Model | J1 | MK VIII |
Year Released | 1946 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3050 mm |