1952 Allard J2 vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard J2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard J2 would be higher. At 5,416 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard J2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Allard J2 (159 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 1950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard J2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1137 kg more than 1952 Allard J2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard J2 | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Allard | Land Rover |
| Model | J2 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5416 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2117 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 93 L |
