1949 Allard J1 vs. 1970 Porsche 910
To start off, 1970 Porsche 910 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Porsche 910 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1949 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.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard J1 | 1970 Porsche 910 | |
Make | Allard | Porsche |
Model | J1 | 910 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2195 cc |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1265 kg |