1949 Allard J1 vs. 2010 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2010 Pagani Zonda 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 494 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 90 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 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2010 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Allard | Pagani |
| Model | J1 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
