1949 Allard J1 vs. 1999 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 50 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard J1 | 1999 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Allard | De Tomaso |
Model | J1 | Guara |
Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |