1952 Allard Safari vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 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 Z4 (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 151 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
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 Z4 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari. 2007 BMW Z4 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 Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | Safari | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 55 L |
