1948 Allard J1 vs. 2009 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 61 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 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1635 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, 2009 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 671 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1. 2009 Bentley Arnage 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. 2009 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 2009 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Allard | Bentley |
| Model | J1 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3370 mm |
