1946 Allard K1 vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 60 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, 2006 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1946 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 233 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, 2006 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard K1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard K1 | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Allard | Porsche |
| Model | K1 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 138 km/hour | 258 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 64 L |
