1949 Allard J1 vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 60 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 390 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Allard | Porsche |
| Model | J1 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2687 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
