1947 Allard J1 vs. 1987 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 208 is newer by 40 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, 1987 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 210 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, 1987 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1987 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 | 1987 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | Allard | Ferrari |
Model | J1 | 208 |
Year Released | 1947 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3620 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |