1946 Allard K1 vs. 1990 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 1990 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 44 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1946 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 933 kg more than 1946 Allard K1. 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, 1990 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard K1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard K1. 1990 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1946 Allard K1 has manual transmission. 1946 Allard K1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard K1 | 1990 Aston Martin Virage | |
Make | Allard | Aston Martin |
Model | K1 | Virage |
Year Released | 1946 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 344 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |