1947 Allard J1 vs. 1993 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1993 Toyota Supra is newer by 46 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, 1993 Toyota Supra (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Allard J1 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1993 Toyota Supra.
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, 1993 Toyota Supra (598 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard J1. (305 Nm). This means 1993 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 1993 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | J1 | Supra |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 598 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
