1951 Allard J2 vs. 1967 Mercury Park Lane
To start off, 1967 Mercury Park Lane is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Allard J2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Allard J2 would be higher. At 6,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Park Lane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1951 Allard J2. (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Park Lane should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard J2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Park Lane weights approximately 380 kg more than 1951 Allard J2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard J2 | 1967 Mercury Park Lane | |
| Make | Allard | Mercury |
| Model | J2 | Park Lane |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5415 cc | 6990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3130 mm |
