1948 Allard J1 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 65 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (319 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 695 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
| Model | J1 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 319 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2852 mm |
