1949 Allard J1 vs. 1974 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1974 Ferrari Dino is newer by 25 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 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (250 HP) has 150 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 189 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. Let's talk about torque, 1949 Allard J1 (306 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (283 Nm). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1974 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Allard | Ferrari |
| Model | J1 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2924 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 71.1 mm |
| 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 | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
