1946 Allard J1 vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 51 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 390 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 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz C. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 1997 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Allard | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | J1 | C |
Year Released | 1946 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |