1952 Allard Safari vs. 2008 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 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 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 56 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
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, 2008 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Safari | 2008 BMW 325 | |
Make | Allard | BMW |
Model | Safari | 325 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
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 | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 63 L |