1948 Allard J1 vs. 2012 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2012 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 64 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 1004 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Zenvo ST1 weights approximately 236 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, 2012 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1125 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 2012 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Allard | Zenvo |
| Model | J1 | ST1 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3055 mm |
