1951 Allard J1 vs. 2004 McLaren F1
To start off, 2004 McLaren F1 is newer by 53 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 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 McLaren F1 (619 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 519 more horse power than 1951 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 McLaren F1 weights approximately 24 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, 2004 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Allard J1 | 2004 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Allard | McLaren |
Model | J1 | F1 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 619 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 87.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |