1949 Allard J1 vs. 1971 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1971 Lamborghini Jarama is newer by 22 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 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lamborghini Jarama (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 400 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, 1971 Lamborghini Jarama (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1971 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Allard | Lamborghini |
| Model | J1 | Jarama |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
