1952 Allard J2R vs. 1991 Porsche 928
To start off, 1991 Porsche 928 is newer by 39 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, 1991 Porsche 928 (345 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1952 Allard J2R. (251 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard J2R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 928 weights approximately 602 kg more than 1952 Allard J2R. 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, 1952 Allard J2R (508 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 928. (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1952 Allard J2R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard J2R | 1991 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Allard | Porsche |
| Model | J2R | 928 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5415 cc | 5397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 345 HP |
| Torque | 508 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 880 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 86 L |
