1949 Allard J1 vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 60 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (292 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon. 2009 GMC Yukon 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. 2009 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Allard | GMC |
| Model | J1 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 4807 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
