1950 Allard J1 vs. 1984 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 400 is newer by 34 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1950 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 810 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, 1984 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Allard J1. (203 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Allard J1 | 1984 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Allard | Ferrari |
Model | J1 | 400 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 392 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |