1946 Allard J1 vs. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT
To start off, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT is newer by 22 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 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 444 kg more than 1946 Allard J1. 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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 1968 Ferrari 365 GT | |
Make | Allard | Ferrari |
Model | J1 | 365 GT |
Year Released | 1946 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |