1949 Allard J1 vs. 2003 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2003 Ginetta G34 is newer by 54 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, 2003 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard J1 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2003 Ginetta G34.
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, 1949 Allard J1 (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard J1 | 2003 Ginetta G34 | |
Make | Allard | Ginetta |
Model | J1 | G34 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1050 mm |