1949 Allard J1 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 62 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1949 Allard J1 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Allard | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | J1 | S |
Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5096 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3165 mm |