1949 Allard J1 vs. 1984 Daimler 4.2
To start off, 1984 Daimler 4.2 is newer by 35 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 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Daimler 4.2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daimler 4.2 (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daimler 4.2 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daimler 4.2 weights approximately 690 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, 1984 Daimler 4.2 (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Daimler 4.2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1984 Daimler 4.2 | |
| Make | Allard | Daimler |
| Model | J1 | 4.2 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2870 mm |
