1946 Allard K1 vs. 1986 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1986 Jaguar XJS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1946 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 563 kg more than 1946 Allard K1. 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, 1986 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard K1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard K1 | 1986 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Allard | Jaguar |
| Model | K1 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 90 L |
