1949 Allard J1 vs. 2011 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 62 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 670 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, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2011 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Allard | Aston Martin |
| Model | J1 | DBS |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5750 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 | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4722 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 78 L |
