1947 Allard K1 vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1947 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1947 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 911 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1947 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard K1 | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Allard | Porsche |
| Model | K1 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 1467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 76 L |
