1949 Allard J2 vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Allard J2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Allard J2 would be higher. At 5,416 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Allard J2 (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard J2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 1120 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 | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | J2 | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5416 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
