1949 Allard J1 vs. 1963 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 14 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 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 680 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, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1963 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard J1 | 1963 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Allard | Maserati |
Model | J1 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1949 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |