1951 Allard J1 vs. 1990 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1990 Ferrari F40 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 522 more horse power than 1951 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Allard J1 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1990 Ferrari F40.
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, 1990 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Allard J1 | 1990 Ferrari F40 | |
Make | Allard | Ferrari |
Model | J1 | F40 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 622 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 720 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 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 | 1146 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 120 L |