1951 Allard J1 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 62 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (529 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1951 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1024 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (800 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard J1 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Allard | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | J1 | S |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 529 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3165 mm |
