1948 Allard J1 vs. 2003 Bristol Fighter
To start off, 2003 Bristol Fighter is newer by 55 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 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bristol Fighter (518 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 455 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, 2003 Bristol Fighter (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 2003 Bristol Fighter | |
| Make | Allard | Bristol |
| Model | J1 | Fighter |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 7994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 714 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
