1947 Allard J1 vs. 1999 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1999 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 52 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 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 720 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.
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, 1999 Buick Park Avenue, 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, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Allard J1. 1999 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1947 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1947 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 1999 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Allard | Buick |
| Model | J1 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3620 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2780 mm |
