1946 Allard J1 vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 309 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 Mercedes-Benz 300 (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Allard | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | J1 | 300 |
Year Released | 1946 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |