1948 Allard J1 vs. 1963 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 1963 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Jaguar S-Type (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 530 kg more than 1948 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, 1963 Jaguar S-Type (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1963 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Allard | Jaguar |
| Model | J1 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |
