1948 Allard J1 vs. 1972 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1972 Buick Skylark is newer by 24 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 5,722 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 465 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, 1972 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1972 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Allard | Buick |
| Model | J1 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 5722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 68 L |
