1946 Allard K1 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Allard K1 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1946 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 405 kg more than 1946 Allard K1. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard K1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard K1 | 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
Model | K1 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1946 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Top Speed | 138 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |