1948 Allard J1 vs. 1953 Ferrari 250
To start off, 1953 Ferrari 250 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 250 (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 250 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ferrari 250 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1948 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1953 Ferrari 250 | |
| Make | Allard | Ferrari |
| Model | J1 | 250 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 68 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 | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 140 L |
