1948 Allard J1 vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lotus Evora weights approximately 300 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 Lotus Evora (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Allard | Lotus |
| Model | J1 | Evora |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 60 L |
