1948 Allard J1 vs. 2009 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G8 is newer by 61 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G8 (414 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac G8 weights approximately 189 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, 2009 Pontiac G8 (563 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1. 2009 Pontiac G8 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. 2009 Pontiac G8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 2009 Pontiac G8 | |
| Make | Allard | Pontiac |
| Model | J1 | G8 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 72 L |
