1951 Allard J1 vs. 1977 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1977 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (125 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1951 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 324 kg more than 1951 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, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard J1 | 1977 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Allard | Pontiac |
| Model | J1 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
