1948 Allard J1 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C 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 3,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 305 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Allard | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | J1 | C |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 69 L |
