1952 Allard Safari vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 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 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 48 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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1952 Allard Safari has manual transmission. 1952 Allard Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | Safari | 325 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 60 L |
