1952 Allard J2R vs. 1987 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 35 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 5,415 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard J2R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1952 Allard J2R. (251 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard J2R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 887 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, 1952 Allard J2R (508 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1952 Allard J2R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari 412 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard J2R | 1987 Ferrari 412 GT | |
| Make | Allard | Ferrari |
| Model | J2R | 412 GT |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5415 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 340 HP |
| Torque | 508 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 880 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 120 L |
