1952 Allard Safari vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 44 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 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Safari | 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
Model | Safari | Corvette |
Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 117 L |