1949 Allard J1 vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS 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 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 547 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 (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (277 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Allard | Lincoln |
| Model | J1 | LS |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
