1951 Allard K2 vs. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Allard K2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Allard K2 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 220 more horse power than 1951 Allard K2. (85 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard K2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 619 kg more than 1951 Allard K2. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard K2 | 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Allard | Aston Martin |
| Model | K2 | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
