1950 Allard J1 vs. 1967 Ferrari 365 California
To start off, 1967 Ferrari 365 California is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Allard J1 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 365 California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 365 California (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1950 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 365 California should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 365 California weights approximately 475 kg more than 1950 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, 1967 Ferrari 365 California (363 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Allard J1. (203 Nm). This means 1967 Ferrari 365 California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard J1 | 1967 Ferrari 365 California | |
| Make | Allard | Ferrari |
| Model | J1 | 365 California |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
