1949 Allard J1 vs. 1962 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1962 Jaguar MK II 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 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 312 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, 1949 Allard J1 (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1962 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Allard | Jaguar |
| Model | J1 | MK II |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
