1947 Allard J1 vs. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 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 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
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 Ford Shelby GT 500 (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Allard J1 | 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | Allard | Ford |
Model | J1 | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 1947 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 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 | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |