1948 Allard J1 vs. 1973 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 25 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 445 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, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1973 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
| Model | J1 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
