1949 Allard J1 vs. 1998 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 1998 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 49 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 4,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 108 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, 1998 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1998 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Allard | Ascari |
| Model | J1 | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 4722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1130 mm |
