1948 Allard J1 vs. 2005 Honda S2000
To start off, 2005 Honda S2000 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 3,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda S2000 weights approximately 186 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, 1948 Allard J1 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard J1 | 2005 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Allard | Honda |
Model | J1 | S2000 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3915 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 50 L |