1949 Allard J1 vs. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 38 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 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 674 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 1949 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1949 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard J1 | 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Allard | Aston Martin |
Model | J1 | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 1949 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 5341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 97 L |