1950 Allard K1 vs. 1995 Porsche 993
To start off, 1995 Porsche 993 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 993 (402 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1950 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 993 weights approximately 433 kg more than 1950 Allard K1. 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, 1995 Porsche 993 (541 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard K1 | 1995 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Allard | Porsche |
| Model | K1 | 993 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
