1949 Allard J2 vs. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, both 1949 Allard J2 and 1949 Jaguar Mark IV were released in the same year (1949). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,416 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J2 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 770 kg more than 1949 Allard J2.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J2 | 1949 Jaguar Mark IV | |
| Make | Allard | Jaguar |
| Model | J2 | Mark IV |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5416 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |
