1952 Allard Safari vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 48 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 60 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, 1952 Allard Safari (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Safari | 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Allard | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Safari | E |
Year Released | 1952 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2840 mm |