1947 Allard J1 vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 62 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 480 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Allard J1 | 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Allard | Alfa Romeo |
Model | J1 | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 1947 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3620 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2600 mm |