1949 Allard J1 vs. 2007 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mustang weights approximately 575 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, 2007 Ford Mustang (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2007 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Allard | Ford |
| Model | J1 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 84.3 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 | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
