1946 Allard J1 vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 49 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 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz S (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 750 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, 1946 Allard J1 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz S. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1995 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Allard | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | J1 | S |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
