1952 Allard Safari vs. 1960 Aston Martin DB2
To start off, 1960 Aston Martin DB2 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard Safari would be higher. At 3,621 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 301 kg more than 1960 Aston Martin DB2.
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, 1960 Aston Martin DB2 (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1960 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 1960 Aston Martin DB2 | |
| Make | Allard | Aston Martin |
| Model | Safari | DB2 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 86 L |
