1949 Allard J1 vs. 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 61 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), 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 964 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR weights approximately 140 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, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 754 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Allard | Koenigsegg |
| Model | J1 | CCXR |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| 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 | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
