1949 Allard J1 vs. 2006 Koenigsegg CCR
To start off, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Koenigsegg CCR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR (816 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 731 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Koenigsegg CCR weights approximately 160 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.
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 Koenigsegg CCR (920 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 717 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Koenigsegg CCR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2006 Koenigsegg CCR | |
| Make | Allard | Koenigsegg |
| Model | J1 | CCR |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 816 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 920 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2659 mm |
