1946 Allard J1 vs. 1990 Audi V8
To start off, 1990 Audi V8 is newer by 44 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, 1990 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1946 Allard J1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 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, 1990 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1990 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1990 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Allard | Audi |
| Model | J1 | V8 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
