1947 Allard J1 vs. 1991 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 44 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 555 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, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Allard J1 | 1991 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
Model | J1 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1947 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3620 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 | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 512 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |