1948 Allard J1 vs. 1963 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1963 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 15 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1948 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, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1963 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Allard | Cadillac |
| Model | J1 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3300 mm |
