1949 Allard J1 vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 60 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mustang weights approximately 31 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Allard | Ford |
| Model | J1 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| 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 | 1171 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 |
