1946 Allard J1 vs. 2005 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Town Car 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 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP) has 154 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 957 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 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1. 2005 Lincoln Town Car 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 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 2005 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Allard | Lincoln |
Model | J1 | Town Car |
Year Released | 1946 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 239 HP |
Torque | 203 Nm | 389 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1977 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3000 mm |