1949 Allard J1 vs. 2008 Saleen S7
To start off, 2008 Saleen S7 is newer by 59 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 650 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saleen S7 weights approximately 107 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, 2008 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 643 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2008 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Allard | Saleen |
| Model | J1 | S7 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2692 mm |
