1948 Allard J1 vs. 2000 Lotus M250
To start off, 2000 Lotus M250 is newer by 52 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus M250 (176 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard J1 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2000 Lotus M250.
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 (204 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus M250. (180 Nm). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus M250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 2000 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | Allard | Lotus |
| Model | J1 | M250 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
