1966 AC Cobra vs. 1948 Allard J1
To start off, 1966 AC Cobra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Allard J1 would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 AC Cobra weights approximately 127 kg more than 1948 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, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 1948 Allard J1 | |
| Make | AC | Allard |
| Model | Cobra | J1 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 3622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |
