1946 Allard J1 vs. 1988 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1.
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, 1988 Pontiac Firebird (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 1988 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Allard | Pontiac |
Model | J1 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1946 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |