1946 Allard K1 vs. 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre
To start off, 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Allard K1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Allard K1 should accelerate faster than 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre weights approximately 53 kg more than 1946 Allard K1.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard K1 | 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre | |
Make | Allard | Aston Martin |
Model | K1 | 2-Litre |
Year Released | 1946 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |