1949 Allard J1 vs. 1999 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1999 TVR Chimaera 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard J1 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1999 TVR Chimaera.
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 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1999 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Allard | TVR |
| Model | J1 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 71.1 mm |
| 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 | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |
