1949 Allard J1 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 64 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1120 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Allard | Porsche |
| Model | J1 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2895 mm |
