1946 Allard J1 vs. 1971 Ferrari 365 GT
To start off, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT is newer by 25 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), 1971 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 590 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, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT (364 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm). This means 1971 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 | 1971 Ferrari 365 GT | |
| Make | Allard | Ferrari |
| Model | J1 | 365 GT |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1971 |
| 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 | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
