1949 Allard J1 vs. 2006 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 57 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 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 200 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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2006 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Allard | Ferrari |
| Model | J1 | 612 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 110 L |
