1952 Allard J2R vs. 2007 Ford F-450
To start off, 2007 Ford F-450 is newer by 55 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, 2007 Ford F-450 (300 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1952 Allard J2R. (251 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard J2R.
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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford F-450. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1952 Allard J2R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford F-450.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard J2R | 2007 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Allard | Ford |
| Model | J2R | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5415 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 508 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 880 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 110 L |
