1948 Allard J1 vs. 1973 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 308 is newer by 25 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 245 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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1973 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard J1 | 1973 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | Allard | Ferrari |
Model | J1 | 308 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 283 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 71 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |