1947 Allard J1 vs. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Allard J1 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 930 kg more than 1947 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, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Allard J1. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide has automatic transmission and 1947 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1947 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard J1 | 2011 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Allard | Aston Martin |
| Model | J1 | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3620 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 | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2990 mm |
