1952 Allard J2R vs. 1976 Bristol 412
To start off, 1976 Bristol 412 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard J2R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard J2R would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Allard J2R (251 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard J2R should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 712 kg more than 1952 Allard J2R.
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, 1952 Allard J2R (508 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 412. (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1952 Allard J2R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard J2R | 1976 Bristol 412 | |
| Make | Allard | Bristol |
| Model | J2R | 412 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5415 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 508 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 880 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2910 mm |
