1950 Allard J1 vs. 1991 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1991 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 41 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1950 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 450 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, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Allard J1 | 1991 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Allard | Ferrari |
Model | J1 | Mondial |
Year Released | 1950 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 73.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |