1952 Allard Safari vs. 2007 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2007 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 55 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 126 kg more than 2007 Ascari KZ1.
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, 2007 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Safari | 2007 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Allard | Ascari |
Model | Safari | KZ1 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2636 mm |