1949 Allard J1 vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 61 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 736 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Allard | Cadillac |
| Model | J1 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2880 mm |
