1946 Allard J1 vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1.
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 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Allard | Ford |
Model | J1 | Ranger |
Year Released | 1946 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3193 mm |