1947 Allard J1 vs. 1975 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 28 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 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1947 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 460 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 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Maserati Quattroporte. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1947 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Allard J1 | 1975 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Allard | Maserati |
Model | J1 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1947 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 255 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 | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |