1949 Allard J1 vs. 1970 Monteverdi 375
To start off, 1970 Monteverdi 375 is newer by 21 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 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Monteverdi 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Monteverdi 375 (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1970 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | Allard | Monteverdi |
| Model | J1 | 375 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
