1966 AC Cobra vs. 1949 Allard J1
To start off, 1966 AC Cobra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 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 310 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 AC Cobra weights approximately 7 kg more than 1949 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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 1949 Allard J1 | |
| Make | AC | Allard |
| Model | Cobra | J1 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 3917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 81 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 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1140 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
