1948 Allard J1 vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 50 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 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 606 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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Allard | Lamborghini |
| Model | J1 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 5706 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
