1947 Allard J1 vs. 2009 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 62 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 512 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 625 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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Allard J1 | 2009 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Allard | Ferrari |
Model | J1 | 599 |
Year Released | 1947 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 612 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 105 L |