1949 Allard K1 vs. 2008 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 360 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 458 kg more than 1949 Allard K1.
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, 2008 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard K1 | 2008 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Allard | Ferrari |
| Model | K1 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3586 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 95 L |
