1947 Allard J1 vs. 1964 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1964 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Allard J1 would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Maserati Quattroporte (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 560 kg more than 1947 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, 1964 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 1964 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Allard | Maserati |
| Model | J1 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
