1949 Allard J1 vs. 1964 Aston Martin DB5
To start off, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1949 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, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | |
| Make | Allard | Aston Martin |
| Model | J1 | DB5 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 86 L |
