1946 Allard K1 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1946 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 228 kg more than 1946 Allard K1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard K1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard K1 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Allard | Porsche |
| Model | K1 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 665 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2280 mm |
