1947 Allard J1 vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 58 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, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 250 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1947 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Allard | Mazda |
| Model | J1 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
