1946 Allard J1 vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 59 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, 2005 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 360 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, 1946 Allard J1 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 2005 Honda NSX | |
Make | Allard | Honda |
Model | J1 | NSX |
Year Released | 1946 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |