1949 Allard J1 vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster 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 Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 155 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, 1949 Allard J1 (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Allard | Porsche |
| Model | J1 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 78 mm |
| 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 | 1140 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
