1952 Allard J2R vs. 2003 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2003 Porsche Boxster is newer by 51 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 26 more horse power than 2003 Porsche Boxster. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard J2R should accelerate faster than 2003 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 352 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche Boxster. (261 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1952 Allard J2R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard J2R | 2003 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Allard | Porsche |
| Model | J2R | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5415 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 508 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
