1963 AC Cobra vs. 1946 Allard J1
To start off, 1963 AC Cobra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Allard J1 would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Cobra (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Allard J1 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1963 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, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 1946 Allard J1 | |
| Make | AC | Allard |
| Model | Cobra | J1 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 3917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1140 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 |
