1949 Allard J1 vs. 1993 Lexus LS
To start off, 1993 Lexus LS is newer by 44 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 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lexus LS weights approximately 675 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, 1993 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1. 1993 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1949 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1949 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1993 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Allard | Lexus |
| Model | J1 | LS |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2820 mm |
