1949 Allard J1 vs. 1963 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1963 Jaguar MK II is newer by 14 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 430 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 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 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 1963 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard J1 | 1963 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Allard | Jaguar |
Model | J1 | MK II |
Year Released | 1949 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2482 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 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 | 1020 kg | 1450 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 |