1948 Allard J1 vs. 1958 Porsche 550 A
To start off, 1958 Porsche 550 A is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Porsche 550 A (108 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Porsche 550 A should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard J1 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1958 Porsche 550 A.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard J1 | 1958 Porsche 550 A | |
Make | Allard | Porsche |
Model | J1 | 550 A |
Year Released | 1948 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3915 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2110 mm |