1952 Allard J2R vs. 2009 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 is newer by 57 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP) has 282 more horse power than 1952 Allard J2R. (251 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard J2R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 927 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, 2009 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard J2R. (508 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard J2R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard J2R | 2009 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Allard | Ferrari |
| Model | J2R | 612 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5415 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 533 HP |
| Torque | 508 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 880 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 105 L |
