1947 Allard K1 vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1947 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 663 kg more than 1947 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (378 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard K1 | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Allard | Jaguar |
| Model | K1 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| 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 | 1730 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 | 82 L |
