1952 Allard Safari vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 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 3,621 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 201 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Allard Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 2007 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Allard | Audi |
| Model | Safari | A6 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |
