1946 Allard J1 vs. 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 40 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, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 253 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, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
Make | Allard | Ferrari |
Model | J1 | 328 GTS |
Year Released | 1946 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 263 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |