1949 Allard J1 vs. 1996 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 47 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 395 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, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1. 1996 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 1949 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1949 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1996 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Allard | Pontiac |
| Model | J1 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
