1952 Allard Safari vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 53 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 679 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Allard | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Safari | CLK |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 62 L |
