1949 Allard J1 vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 63 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 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 608 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, 1949 Allard J1 (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Allard | Cadillac |
| Model | J1 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
