1952 Allard Safari vs. 2008 BMW 750
To start off, 2008 BMW 750 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 750 weights approximately 258 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, 2008 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3499 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari. 2008 BMW 750 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. 2008 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 2008 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | Safari | 750 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3499 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 88 L |
