1948 Allard J1 vs. 1998 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1998 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 50 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 666 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.
Because 1948 Allard J1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Allard J1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1. 1998 Buick Park Avenue 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. 1998 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1998 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Allard | Buick |
| Model | J1 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2900 mm |
