1952 Allard Safari vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (351 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 1 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Safari | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Allard | Porsche |
Model | Safari | 911 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 351 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 11.8:1 |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 67 L |