1948 Allard J1 vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 329 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 Nissan 350Z (354 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard J1 | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Allard | Nissan |
Model | J1 | 350Z |
Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3915 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 354 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1469 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 76 L |