1950 Allard J1 vs. 2008 Ford E-150
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Allard J1 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1950 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford E-150 weights approximately 57 kg more than 1950 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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Allard J1. 2008 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1950 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1950 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard J1 | 2008 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Allard | Ford |
| Model | J1 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3510 mm |
