1949 Allard J1 vs. 1962 Buick Invicta
To start off, 1962 Buick Invicta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Allard J1 would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 930 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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1. 1962 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 1949 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1949 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Buick Invicta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1962 Buick Invicta | |
| Make | Allard | Buick |
| Model | J1 | Invicta |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 6576 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 106.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1990 mm |
