1948 Allard J1 vs. 1974 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1974 Ferrari Dino is newer by 26 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, 1974 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 85 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, 1948 Allard J1 (305 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1974 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Allard | Ferrari |
| Model | J1 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 2417 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 59.9 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 | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
