1946 Allard J1 vs. 1999 Alpina B 10
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 10 is newer by 53 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 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B 10 (343 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1946 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, 1999 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 1999 Alpina B 10 | |
Make | Allard | Alpina |
Model | J1 | B 10 |
Year Released | 1946 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 4619 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 343 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2840 mm |