1949 Allard J1 vs. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 33 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 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 850 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, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard J1 | 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Allard | Aston Martin |
Model | J1 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1949 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 5338 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 549 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 745 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 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 | 1140 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 113 L |