1954 Allard J2 vs. 1954 Ferrari 250

To start off, both 1954 Allard J2 and 1954 Ferrari 250 were released in the same year (1954). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,416 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Allard J2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 250 (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1954 Allard J2. (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 250 should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard J2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ferrari 250 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1954 Allard J2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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1954 Allard J2 1954 Ferrari 250
Make Allard Ferrari
Model J2 250
Year Released 1954 1954
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5416 cc 2963 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 158 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 1180 kg
Vehicle Length 3780 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1220 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 140 L