1949 Allard J1 vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 1997 Porsche 993 is newer by 48 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. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 993 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1949 Allard J1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Allard | Porsche |
| Model | J1 | 993 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2280 mm |
