1947 Allard J1 vs. 1959 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 1959 Berkeley Twosome is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,620 cc (8 cylinders), 1947 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Allard J1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Allard J1 weights approximately 702 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1947 Allard J1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1947 Allard J1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley Twosome, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1947 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1947 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 1959 Berkeley Twosome | |
| Make | Allard | Berkeley |
| Model | J1 | Twosome |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3620 cc | 691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1780 mm |
