1947 Allard J1 vs. 1972 Ford Granada
To start off, 1972 Ford Granada is newer by 25 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 3,620 cc (8 cylinders), 1947 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Granada (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Granada weights approximately 241 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, 1947 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Granada. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1947 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 1972 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Allard | Ford |
| Model | J1 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3620 cc | 2551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2780 mm |
