1952 Allard Safari vs. 2008 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK 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 Jaguar XK (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 244 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 Jaguar XK (353 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari. 2008 Jaguar XK 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 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 2008 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Allard | Jaguar |
| Model | Safari | XK |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 71 L |
