1948 Allard J1 vs. 2003 Alpina B7
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 55 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 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 850 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, 2003 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1. 2003 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1948 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1948 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 2003 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Allard | Alpina |
| Model | J1 | B7 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 4399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 492 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 88 L |
