1947 Allard J1 vs. 1985 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 208 is newer by 38 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 3,620 cc (8 cylinders), 1947 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 265 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, 1985 Ferrari 208 (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 1985 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Allard | Ferrari |
| Model | J1 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3620 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
