1949 Allard J1 vs. 1999 Lexus IS
To start off, 1999 Lexus IS is newer by 50 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus IS weights approximately 380 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, 1949 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus IS. 1999 Lexus IS 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. 1999 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1999 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Allard | Lexus |
| Model | J1 | IS |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
