1949 Allard J1 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 56 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 610 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (540 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
| Model | J1 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
