1948 Allard J1 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 56 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 355 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard J1 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Allard | Porsche |
Model | J1 | 911 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3915 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 64 L |