1952 Allard J2R vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 61 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1952 Allard J2R. (251 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard J2R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1139 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.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Allard J2R. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1952 Allard J2R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard J2R | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
| Model | J2R | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5415 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 508 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0: 1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 880 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 100 L |
