1946 Allard J1 vs. 1979 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1979 Lincoln Continental is newer by 33 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 6,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lincoln Continental (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 835 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, 1979 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1979 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Allard | Lincoln |
| Model | J1 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 6554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2990 mm |
