1952 Allard J2R vs. 1999 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 1999 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 47 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 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Brooklands (296 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1952 Allard J2R. (251 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard J2R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1352 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, 1952 Allard J2R (508 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Bentley Brooklands. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1952 Allard J2R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Bentley Brooklands.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard J2R | 1999 Bentley Brooklands | |
| Make | Allard | Bentley |
| Model | J2R | Brooklands |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5415 cc | 6748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 508 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2970 mm |
