1949 Allard K1 vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (250 HP) has 165 more horse power than 1949 Allard K1. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard K1.
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, 1990 Porsche 911 (309 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard K1. (203 Nm). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard K1 | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Allard | Porsche |
| Model | K1 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2280 mm |
