1946 Allard J1 vs. 1956 Aston Martin DB3
To start off, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Allard J1 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
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, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | |
Make | Allard | Aston Martin |
Model | J1 | DB3 |
Year Released | 1946 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 243 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |