1952 Allard Safari vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 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 3,621 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 51 kg more than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
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, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Safari | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Allard | Mazda |
Model | Safari | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1306 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 61 L |