1949 Allard J1 vs. 2007 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2007 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 58 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, 2007 Ford Five Hundred (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1.
Because 1949 Allard J1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Allard J1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Five Hundred, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ford Five Hundred (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1. 2007 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1949 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1949 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard J1 | 2007 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Allard | Ford |
Model | J1 | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 78.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2870 mm |