1946 Allard J1 vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 65 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, 2011 Audi Q7 (225 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1385 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.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1. 2011 Audi Q7 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. 2011 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Allard | Audi |
| Model | J1 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3002 mm |
