1948 Allard J1 vs. 1993 Porsche 993
To start off, 1993 Porsche 993 is newer by 45 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 993 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1948 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, 1993 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1993 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Allard | Porsche |
| Model | J1 | 993 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2280 mm |
