1949 Allard J1 vs. 1949 Buick 40
To start off, both 1949 Allard J1 and 1949 Buick 40 were released in the same year (1949). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Buick 40 (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Buick 40 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1949 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.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard J1 | 1949 Buick 40 | |
Make | Allard | Buick |
Model | J1 | 40 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 4066 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 104.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1695 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3000 mm |