1951 Allard J1 vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra is newer by 57 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1951 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 186 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, 2008 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Allard J1. 2008 Toyota Tundra 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. 2008 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard J1 | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | J1 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 100 L |
