1949 Allard J1 vs. 1994 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1994 Dodge Viper is newer by 45 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 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Viper weights approximately 402 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, 1994 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1994 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Allard | Dodge |
| Model | J1 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 7988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 359 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
