1950 Allard J1 vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 57 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1950 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard J1.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Allard J1. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1950 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1950 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard J1 | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Allard | Ford |
| Model | J1 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3510 mm |
