1946 Allard J1 vs. 1972 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1972 Buick Riviera is newer by 26 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 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1020 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, 1972 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1. 1972 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1946 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1946 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 1972 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Allard | Buick |
Model | J1 | Riviera |
Year Released | 1946 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 7468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3110 mm |