1949 Allard J1 vs. 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Allard J1 would be higher. At 4,962 cc (12 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 225 kg more than 1949 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:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
| Make | Allard | Ferrari |
| Model | J1 | 410 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 4962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
