1947 Allard J1 vs. 1997 Alpina B 10
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 50 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 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alpina B 10 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1947 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, 1997 Alpina B 10 (471 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard J1. (203 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 1997 Alpina B 10 | |
| Make | Allard | Alpina |
| Model | J1 | B 10 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3620 cc | 4619 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3080 mm |
