1946 Allard J1 vs. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 48 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 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 430 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, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Allard | Ferrari |
| Model | J1 | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
