1949 Allard J1 vs. 1984 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1984 Lincoln Continental 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lincoln Continental (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 680 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 Lincoln Continental (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1984 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1984 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Allard | Lincoln |
| Model | J1 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
