1949 Allard J2 vs. 2008 Alpina B5
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Allard J2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Allard J2 would be higher. At 5,416 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1949 Allard J2. (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B5 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1949 Allard J2. 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. 2008 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1949 Allard J2 has manual transmission. 1949 Allard J2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J2 | 2008 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Allard | Alpina |
| Model | J2 | B5 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5416 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 314 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
