1949 Allard J1 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 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 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 595 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 2006 Porsche 911 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, 2006 Porsche 911 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Allard | Porsche |
| Model | J1 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
