1952 Allard Safari vs. 1991 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 1991 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 39 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 364 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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari. 1991 Buick Roadmaster 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. 1991 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 1991 Buick Roadmaster | |
| Make | Allard | Buick |
| Model | Safari | Roadmaster |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 75 L |
