1949 Allard J1 vs. 1990 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1990 Maserati Shamal is newer by 41 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 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 180 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, 1990 Maserati Shamal (445 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1990 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Allard | Maserati |
| Model | J1 | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
