1946 Allard J1 vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 59 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 110 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1. 2005 Ford Expedition 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. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Allard | Ford |
| Model | J1 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3030 mm |
