1952 Allard Safari vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 58 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 959 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 2010 BMW X5 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, 2010 BMW X5 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, 2010 BMW X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari. 2010 BMW X5 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. 2010 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | Safari | X5 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 85 L |
