1952 Allard J2R vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard J2R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard J2R would be higher. At 5,415 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard J2R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Allard J2R (251 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Porsche 911. (247 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard J2R should accelerate faster than 1990 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 911 weights approximately 337 kg more than 1952 Allard J2R.
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, 1952 Allard J2R (508 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1952 Allard J2R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard J2R | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Allard | Porsche |
| Model | J2R | 911 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5415 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 508 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 880 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 77 L |
