1952 Allard J2R vs. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard J2R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard J2R would be higher. At 5,415 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard J2R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP) has 169 more horse power than 1952 Allard J2R. (251 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard J2R.
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, 1952 Allard J2R (508 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1952 Allard J2R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard J2R | 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Allard | Aston Martin |
| Model | J2R | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5415 cc | 4735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 508 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 880 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
