1952 Allard J2R vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 60 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (432 HP) has 181 more horse power than 1952 Allard J2R. (251 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard J2R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1222 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard J2R. (508 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard J2R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard J2R | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Allard | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | J2R | CL |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5415 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 432 HP |
| Torque | 508 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 880 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 90 L |
