1949 Allard J2 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 63 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1949 Allard J2. (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 541 kg more than 1949 Allard J2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Allard J2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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.
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1949 Allard J2 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
Model | J2 | Golf |
Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5416 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |