1946 Allard J1 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 67 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 590 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage has automatic transmission and 1946 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1946 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Allard | Aston Martin |
| Model | J1 | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2601 mm |
