1953 Allard J2 vs. 1953 DKW F 89
To start off, both 1953 Allard J2 and 1953 DKW F 89 were released in the same year (1953). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,416 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Allard J2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Allard J2 (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1953 DKW F 89. (24 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Allard J2 should accelerate faster than 1953 DKW F 89. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Allard J2 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1953 DKW F 89. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1953 Allard J2 | 1953 DKW F 89 | |
Make | Allard | DKW |
Model | J2 | F 89 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5416 cc | 684 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |