1946 Allard J1 vs. 1998 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1998 Maserati Shamal 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 300 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 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 1998 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Allard | Maserati |
Model | J1 | Shamal |
Year Released | 1946 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |