1947 Allard J1 vs. 1965 Ferrari 330GT
To start off, 1965 Ferrari 330GT is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 330GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 330GT (300 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 330GT should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 330GT weights approximately 410 kg more than 1947 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, 1965 Ferrari 330GT (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 330GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 1965 Ferrari 330GT | |
| Make | Allard | Ferrari |
| Model | J1 | 330GT |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3620 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
