1952 Allard J2R vs. 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 45 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1952 Allard J2R. (251 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard J2R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1472 kg more than 1952 Allard J2R. 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, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard J2R. (508 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard J2R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard J2R | 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Allard | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | J2R | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5415 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 508 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 108 L |
