1952 Allard J2R vs. 1998 Bentley Turbo
To start off, 1998 Bentley Turbo is newer by 46 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), 1998 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Turbo (395 HP) has 144 more horse power than 1952 Allard J2R. (251 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard J2R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1397 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, 1998 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard J2R. (508 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard J2R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard J2R | 1998 Bentley Turbo | |
| Make | Allard | Bentley |
| Model | J2R | Turbo |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5415 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 395 HP |
| Torque | 508 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 94 L |
