1952 Allard Safari vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2001 Porsche Boxster is newer by 49 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, 2001 Porsche Boxster (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 156 kg more than 2001 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2001 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Safari | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Allard | Porsche |
Model | Safari | Boxster |
Year Released | 1952 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 64 L |