1946 Allard J1 vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 55 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 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 260 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1. 2001 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1946 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1946 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Allard | Porsche |
Model | J1 | 911 |
Year Released | 1946 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |