1952 Allard Safari vs. 1987 TVR S
To start off, 1987 TVR S is newer by 35 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, 1987 TVR S (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR S should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 576 kg more than 1987 TVR S.
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, 1987 TVR S (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1987 TVR S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Safari | 1987 TVR S | |
Make | Allard | TVR |
Model | Safari | S |
Year Released | 1952 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 54 L |