1950 Allard J1 vs. 1974 Porsche 908
To start off, 1974 Porsche 908 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Allard J1 weights approximately 354 kg more than 1974 Porsche 908.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Allard J1 | 1974 Porsche 908 | |
Make | Allard | Porsche |
Model | J1 | 908 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2195 cc |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 666 kg |