1948 Allard J1 vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 61 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, 2009 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1.
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, 2009 Porsche Boxster (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard J1 | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Allard | Porsche |
Model | J1 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2420 mm |