1946 Allard J1 vs. 2008 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G6 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G6 (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 534 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 Pontiac G6 (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1. 2008 Pontiac G6 has automatic transmission and 1946 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1946 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Pontiac G6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 2008 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Allard | Pontiac |
Model | J1 | G6 |
Year Released | 1946 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 219 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |