1961 AC Cobra vs. 1950 Allard J1
To start off, 1961 AC Cobra is newer by 11 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 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1950 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Allard J1 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra.
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, 1961 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Cobra | 1950 Allard J1 | |
Make | AC | Allard |
Model | Cobra | J1 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 3622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |