1947 Allard K1 vs. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Allard K1 would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1947 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 333 kg more than 1947 Allard K1. 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, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard K1 | 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
| Model | K1 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4637 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 61 L |
