1947 Allard J1 vs. 2004 Alpina Roadster
To start off, 2004 Alpina Roadster is newer by 57 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 3,620 cc (8 cylinders), 1947 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 600 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, 2004 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 2004 Alpina Roadster | |
| Make | Allard | Alpina |
| Model | J1 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3620 cc | 3346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
