1952 Allard J2R vs. 1967 Monteverdi 375
To start off, 1967 Monteverdi 375 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard J2R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard J2R would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Monteverdi 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Monteverdi 375 (375 HP) has 124 more horse power than 1952 Allard J2R. (251 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard J2R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Monteverdi 375 weights approximately 602 kg more than 1952 Allard J2R. 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 Monteverdi 375 (652 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard J2R. (508 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard J2R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard J2R | 1967 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | Allard | Monteverdi |
| Model | J2R | 375 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5415 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 508 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 880 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 130 L |
