1948 Allard J1 vs. 1999 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 1999 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 51 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 4,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 228 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, 1999 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm). This means 1999 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1999 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Allard | Ascari |
| Model | J1 | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1130 mm |
