1948 Allard J1 vs. 1977 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1977 Ferrari 400 is newer by 29 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 400 (336 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 810 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, 1977 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1977 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard J1 | 1977 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Allard | Ferrari |
Model | J1 | 400 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 422 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |