1952 Allard J2R vs. 1999 Ferrari F50
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 is newer by 47 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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP) has 420 more horse power than 1952 Allard J2R. (251 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard J2R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F50 weights approximately 2 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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard J2R. (508 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard J2R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard J2R | 1999 Ferrari F50 | |
| Make | Allard | Ferrari |
| Model | J2R | F50 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5415 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 671 HP |
| Torque | 508 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69 mm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 371 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 880 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 84 L |
