1952 Allard Safari vs. 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 21 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 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 (380 HP) has 295 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 weights approximately 157 kg more than 1952 Allard Safari. 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, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 (434 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
| Make | Allard | Ferrari |
| Model | Safari | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 380 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
