1946 Allard J1 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1172 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1946 Allard J1 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Allard | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | J1 | Sprinter |
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 | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5906 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2446 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3665 mm |