1951 Allard K2 vs. 1951 Jaguar XK
To start off, both 1951 Allard K2 and 1951 Jaguar XK were released in the same year (1951). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Allard K2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1951 Allard K2. (85 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard K2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar XK weights approximately 101 kg more than 1951 Allard K2. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard K2 | 1951 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Allard | Jaguar |
| Model | K2 | XK |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2600 mm |
