1948 Allard J1 vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 49 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 5,584 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen W12 weights approximately 12 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, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard J1 | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
Model | J1 | W12 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3915 cc | 5584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 90.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 55 L |