1948 Allard J1 vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 25 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz S (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 470 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, 1948 Allard J1 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz S. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard J1 | 1973 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Allard | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | J1 | S |
Year Released | 1948 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3915 cc | 2746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 78.8 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 | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 85 L |