1952 Allard J2R vs. 2001 Alpina B 10
To start off, 2001 Alpina B 10 is newer by 49 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, 2001 Alpina B 10 (342 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1952 Allard J2R. (251 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard J2R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 742 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alpina B 10. (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1952 Allard J2R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alpina B 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard J2R | 2001 Alpina B 10 | |
| Make | Allard | Alpina |
| Model | J2R | B 10 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5415 cc | 4619 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 342 HP |
| Torque | 508 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2840 mm |
