1948 Allard J1 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 56 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 300 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
| Model | J1 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 5968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 68 L |
