1948 Allard J1 vs. 1985 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 37 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro 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 (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1985 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
| Model | J1 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
