1947 Allard J1 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 65 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 460 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.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1947 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Allard | Porsche |
| Model | J1 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3620 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
