1951 Allard J1 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1951 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 204 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 Cayman | |
Make | Allard | Porsche |
Model | J1 | Cayman |
Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4347 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2415 mm |