1950 Allard J1 vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1950 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 467 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 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Allard J1 | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Allard | Panoz |
Model | J1 | Esperante |
Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |