1946 Allard K1 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 59 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1946 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 428 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.
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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard K1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard K1. 2005 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1946 Allard K1 has manual transmission. 1946 Allard K1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard K1 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Allard | Porsche |
Model | K1 | 911 |
Year Released | 1946 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 82.8 mm |
Top Speed | 138 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 64 L |