1946 Allard J1 vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1973 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Allard J1 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Allard | Porsche |
| Model | J1 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2280 mm |
