1951 Allard J1 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 62 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1951 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1099 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard J1 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Allard | Porsche |
| Model | J1 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2895 mm |
