1949 Allard J1 vs. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 456 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1965 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 | 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
Model | J1 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1949 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 82.6 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 | 1020 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |