1951 Allard J1 vs. 2002 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2002 Bentley Azure is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Allard J1 would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1951 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1304 kg more than 1951 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, 2002 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Allard J1. 2002 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1951 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1951 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard J1 | 2002 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Allard | Bentley |
| Model | J1 | Azure |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 6747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2970 mm |
