1949 Allard J1 vs. 2003 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2003 Lotus Esprit 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 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotus Esprit (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 165 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lotus Esprit. (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2003 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Allard | Lotus |
| Model | J1 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| 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 | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
