1948 Allard J1 vs. 1987 Maserati 228
To start off, 1987 Maserati 228 is newer by 39 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, 1987 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Maserati 228 weights approximately 245 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, 1987 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard J1 | 1987 Maserati 228 | |
Make | Allard | Maserati |
Model | J1 | 228 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |