1947 Allard J1 vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 53 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 505 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (588 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Allard J1 | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
Make | Allard | Ferrari |
Model | J1 | 550 |
Year Released | 1947 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 478 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 74.9 mm |
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 | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |