1952 Allard J2R vs. 1988 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 36 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, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1952 Allard J2R. (251 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard J2R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 467 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1952 Allard J2R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard J2R | 1988 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Allard | Ferrari |
| Model | J2R | 348 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5415 cc | 3404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 295 HP |
| Torque | 508 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 880 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 95 L |
