1949 Allard J1 vs. 2006 Alpina B5
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 57 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1. 2006 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1949 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1949 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2006 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Allard | Alpina |
| Model | J1 | B5 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 492 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
