1950 Allard J1 vs. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 24 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, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1950 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 590 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, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1974 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard J1 | 1974 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Allard | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | J1 | S |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2744 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2870 mm |
