1951 Allard J1 vs. 2008 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G8 is newer by 57 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G8 (361 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1951 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac G8 weights approximately 206 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, 2008 Pontiac G8 (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Allard J1. 2008 Pontiac G8 has automatic transmission and 1951 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1951 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Pontiac G8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard J1 | 2008 Pontiac G8 | |
| Make | Allard | Pontiac |
| Model | J1 | G8 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 361 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 72 L |
