1946 Allard J1 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 52 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 870 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Allard | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | J1 | S |
Year Released | 1946 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 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 |