1951 Allard J1 vs. 2003 Alpina B3
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1951 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 854 kg more than 1951 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, 2003 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard J1 | 2003 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Allard | Alpina |
| Model | J1 | B3 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 3346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 93.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 63 L |
