1949 Allard J1 vs. 2007 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 58 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 80 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, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2007 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Allard | Morgan |
| Model | J1 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
