1948 Allard J1 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 59 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 627 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL 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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Allard | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | J1 | CL |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 831 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2960 mm |
