1949 Allard J1 vs. 1961 Cadillac Sixty
To start off, 1961 Cadillac Sixty is newer by 12 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 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 1025 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, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1961 Cadillac Sixty | |
| Make | Allard | Cadillac |
| Model | J1 | Sixty |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 6388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3300 mm |
