1952 Allard Safari vs. 2006 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac BLS is newer by 54 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, 2006 Cadillac BLS (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 16 kg more than 2006 Cadillac BLS.
Because 1952 Allard Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Allard Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Cadillac BLS (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 2006 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Allard | Cadillac |
| Model | Safari | BLS |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 58 L |
