1947 Allard J1 vs. 1977 Porsche 930
To start off, 1977 Porsche 930 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1947 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 930 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1.
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, 1977 Porsche 930 (343 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 1977 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Allard | Porsche |
| Model | J1 | 930 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
