1952 Allard J2R vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 is newer by 40 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (435 HP) has 184 more horse power than 1952 Allard J2R. (251 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard J2R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 697 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard J2R. (508 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard J2R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard J2R | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Allard | Ferrari |
| Model | J2R | 456 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5415 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 435 HP |
| Torque | 508 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 880 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 110 L |
