1957 Allard GT vs. 2005 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Allard GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Allard GT would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1957 Allard GT. (210 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1957 Allard GT. 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard GT. (289 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Allard GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard GT | 2005 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Allard | Ferrari |
| Model | GT | 612 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 533 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 108 L |
