1949 Allard J vs. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Allard J. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Allard J would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1949 Allard J. (120 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 950 kg more than 1949 Allard J. 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. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 1949 Allard J has manual transmission. 1949 Allard J will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J | 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Allard | Aston Martin |
| Model | J | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4375 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 870 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 97 L |
