1946 Allard J1 vs. 1992 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1992 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 46 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 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Allard J1 weights approximately 462 kg more than 1992 Donkervoort S8.
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, 1946 Allard J1 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 1992 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | Allard | Donkervoort |
Model | J1 | S8 |
Year Released | 1946 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1110 mm |