1946 Allard J1 vs. 1990 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Firebird 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1990 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 | 1990 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Allard | Pontiac |
| Model | J1 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
