1952 Allard J2R vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 53 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (355 HP) has 104 more horse power than 1952 Allard J2R. (251 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard J2R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 502 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (385 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1952 Allard J2R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard J2R | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Allard | Porsche |
Model | J2R | 911 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5415 cc | 3818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 355 HP |
Torque | 508 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 880 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |