1948 Allard J1 vs. 2005 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 57 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 280 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, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (451 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 2005 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Allard | De Tomaso |
| Model | J1 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| 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 | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 80 L |
