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Allard J2

General information

ModelAllard J2
Year1949
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating49 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5416 ccm (330.48 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5416 ccm (330.48 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 8 cylinder
Max power160.00 PS (118 kW or 158 HP) at 3800 Rev. per min.
Compression7.5:1
Bore x stroke96.8 x 92.0 mm (3.8 x 3.6 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed179.0 km/h (111.2 mph)
0-50 miles5.9 seconds
0-60 miles7.4 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1633 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4380 litres (1,157 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (456.7 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight980 kg (2,160.5 pounds)
Overall length3780 mm (148.8 inches)
Overall width1730 mm (68.1 inches)
Overall height1300 mm (51.2 inches)
Ground clearance170 mm (6.7 inches)
Wheelbase2550 mm (100.4 inches)
Fuel capacity38.0 litres (10.04 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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