1949 Allard J1 vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 57 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 510 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Allard | Nissan |
| Model | J1 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
