1949 Allard J1 vs. 2003 Lexus LS
To start off, 2003 Lexus LS is newer by 54 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus LS (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus LS weights approximately 810 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, 2003 Lexus LS (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1. 2003 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. 2003 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2003 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Allard | Lexus |
| Model | J1 | LS |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2930 mm |
