1952 Allard Safari vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 56 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, 2008 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 246 kg more than 2008 BMW 118.
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, 1952 Allard Safari (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 2008 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | Safari | 118 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 50 L |
