1949 Allard J1 vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird

To start off, 1974 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 25 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 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 610 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, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.

Compare all specifications:

1949 Allard J1 1974 Pontiac Firebird
Make Allard Pontiac
Model J1 Firebird
Year Released 1949 1974
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3917 cc 7462 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 100 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 306 Nm 563 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 105.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.3 mm 106.9 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1140 kg 1750 kg
Vehicle Length 3690 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 76 L


 

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