1946 Allard J1 vs. 2008 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Solstice 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 Solstice (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1.
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 Solstice (353 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 2008 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Allard | Pontiac |
Model | J1 | Solstice |
Year Released | 1946 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2420 mm |