1949 Allard J1 vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana is newer by 64 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Savana weights approximately 1091 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, 2013 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1. 2013 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1949 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1949 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2013 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Allard | GMC |
| Model | J1 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |
