1947 Allard J1 vs. 1983 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1983 Jaguar XJS is newer by 36 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, 1983 Jaguar XJS (226 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 640 kg more than 1947 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, 1983 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1983 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 1983 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Allard | Jaguar |
| Model | J1 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3620 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 | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 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 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2600 mm |
