1946 Allard J1 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 52 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 452 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.
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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
Model | J1 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1946 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |