1948 Allard J1 vs. 1989 Maserati 228
To start off, 1989 Maserati 228 is newer by 41 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 3,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Maserati 228 weights approximately 125 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, 1989 Maserati 228 (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Allard | Maserati |
| Model | J1 | 228 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 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 |
