1948 Allard J1 vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 59 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1593 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, 2007 GMC Savana (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1. 2007 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1948 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1948 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 2007 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Allard | GMC |
| Model | J1 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 12 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3940 mm |
