1946 Allard J1 vs. 1961 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1961 Jaguar MK IX is newer by 15 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 3,779 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 785 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, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1961 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Allard | Jaguar |
| Model | J1 | MK IX |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2900 mm |
