1948 Allard J1 vs. 1985 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera 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 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 402 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, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard J1 | 1985 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Allard | De Tomaso |
Model | J1 | Pantera |
Year Released | 1948 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |