1948 Allard J1 vs. 1957 Allard GT
To start off, 1957 Allard GT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Allard GT (210 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Allard GT should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1.
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, 1948 Allard J1 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard GT. (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Allard GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1957 Allard GT | |
| Make | Allard | Allard |
| Model | J1 | GT |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 90 L |
