1950 Allard J1 vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 62 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1950 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 868 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Allard J1. 2012 Infiniti FX 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. 2012 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Allard J1 | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Allard | Infiniti |
Model | J1 | FX |
Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1888 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2885 mm |