1950 Allard J1 vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1959 Jaguar XK is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1950 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 453 kg more than 1950 Allard J1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1959 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Allard J1 | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Allard | Jaguar |
Model | J1 | XK |
Year Released | 1950 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |