1948 Allard J1 vs. 1997 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 49 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 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 460 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, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1997 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Allard | Lamborghini |
| Model | J1 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 5705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 492 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 100 L |
