1952 Allard Safari vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 1991 Porsche 911 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 3,621 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 911 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 1991 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Allard | Porsche |
| Model | Safari | 911 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1260 mm |
