1957 Allard GT vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJS is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Allard GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Allard GT would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1957 Allard GT. (210 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 490 kg more than 1957 Allard GT. 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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard GT. (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Allard GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard GT | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Allard | Jaguar |
| Model | GT | XJS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
