1947 Allard K1 vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 1992 Porsche 911 is newer by 45 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, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1947 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 108 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1992 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 | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Allard | Porsche |
| Model | K1 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1260 mm |
