1949 Allard J1 vs. 1956 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Allard J1 would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 87 kg more than 1949 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, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard J1 | 1956 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
Model | J1 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1949 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 4638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 98.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
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 | 1227 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |