1950 Allard J1 vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 is newer by 51 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. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1950 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 996 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1950 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, 2001 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Allard J1 | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Allard | Porsche |
Model | J1 | 996 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |