1948 Allard J1 vs. 2006 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 58 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 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 503 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard J1 | 2006 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Allard | Dodge |
Model | J1 | Viper |
Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 8274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 725 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 101 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |