1947 Allard J1 vs. 2006 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 59 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 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 320 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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Allard J1 | 2006 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | Allard | Ferrari |
Model | J1 | 612 |
Year Released | 1947 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3620 cc | 5752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 541 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 589 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2960 mm |