1946 Allard J1 vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 67 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 473 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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Allard | Nissan |
| Model | J1 | Z |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
