1948 Allard J1 vs. 2000 Audi R8
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 52 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, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard J1 weights approximately 1138 kg more than 2000 Audi R8.
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, 2000 Audi R8 (339 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (305 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1. 2000 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1948 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1948 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 2000 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Allard | Audi |
| Model | J1 | R8 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 3595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 70 L |
