1952 Allard J2R vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Opel Omega is newer by 48 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 5,415 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard J2R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Allard J2R (251 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Opel Omega. (218 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard J2R should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1952 Allard J2R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard J2R | 2000 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Allard | Opel |
| Model | J2R | Omega |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5415 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 218 HP |
| Torque | 508 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
