1949 Allard J1 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (141 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 906 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (344 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Allard | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | J1 | Viano |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
