1952 Allard J2 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard J2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard J2 would be higher. At 5,416 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard J2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1952 Allard J2. (159 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard J2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard J2 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
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1952 Allard J2 | 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
Make | Allard | Ferrari |
Model | J2 | 250 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1952 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5416 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 140 L |