1952 Allard Safari vs. 2002 Aston Martin DB7
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 50 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 264 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, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (571 Nm) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | |
| Make | Allard | Aston Martin |
| Model | Safari | DB7 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 298 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 89 L |
