1949 Allard J1 vs. 1968 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1968 Volkswagen 411 is newer by 19 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, 1949 Allard J1 (85 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 411. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 411.
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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 411. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard J1 | 1968 Volkswagen 411 | |
Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
Model | J1 | 411 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 203 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |