1948 Allard J1 vs. 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car
To start off, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car is newer by 22 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 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car (365 HP) has 280 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car 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, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car (679 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car | |
| Make | Allard | Oldsmobile |
| Model | J1 | 442 Indy Pace Car |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 365 HP |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 679 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
