1949 Allard J1 vs. 2004 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2004 Porsche GT2 is newer by 55 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. 2004 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 300 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche GT2 (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2004 Porsche GT2 | |
| Make | Allard | Porsche |
| Model | J1 | GT2 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
