1946 Allard J1 vs. 2008 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 62 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 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 581 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, 2008 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 2008 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Allard | Dodge |
| Model | J1 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 8285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 499 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 314 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1601 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
