1948 Allard J1 vs. 1969 Holden Brougham
To start off, 1969 Holden Brougham is newer by 21 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Brougham (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Brougham weights approximately 320 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, 1969 Holden Brougham (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1. 1969 Holden Brougham has automatic transmission and 1948 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1948 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Holden Brougham will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1969 Holden Brougham | |
| Make | Allard | Holden |
| Model | J1 | Brougham |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
