1947 Allard J1 vs. 2000 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2000 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 53 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 60 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, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 2000 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Allard | De Tomaso |
| Model | J1 | Guara |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
