1946 Allard J1 vs. 2010 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 64 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1946 Allard J1. 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, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 2010 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Allard | Aston Martin |
Model | J1 | DB9 |
Year Released | 1946 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4712 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2741 mm |