1949 Allard J1 vs. 2001 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 52 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1314 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1. 2001 Bentley Continental 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. 2001 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2001 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Allard | Bentley |
| Model | J1 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 421 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
