1947 Allard J1 vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 64 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 664 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Allard J1. 2011 Toyota Tundra 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. 2011 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | J1 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3620 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3710 mm |
