1952 Allard Safari vs. 1971 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1971 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 19 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 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 26 kg more than 1971 Pontiac Firebird.
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. 1971 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 1952 Allard Safari has manual transmission. 1952 Allard Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 1971 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Allard | Pontiac |
| Model | Safari | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
