1952 Allard Safari vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 57 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 104 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.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Allard Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 2009 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Allard | Audi |
| Model | Safari | R8 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 311 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 75 L |
