1946 Allard J1 vs. 1948 Ferrari 125 F1
To start off, 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Allard J1 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1948 Ferrari 125 F1.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 | |
| Make | Allard | Ferrari |
| Model | J1 | 125 F1 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2170 mm |
