1949 Allard J1 vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 62 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (611 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 511 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 548 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.
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1949 Allard J1 | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Allard | Ferrari |
Model | J1 | 599 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 611 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 9000 RPM |
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 | 1688 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4666 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1336 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 105 L |