1952 Allard Safari vs. 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 (541 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 345 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, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 (691 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Safari | 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | Allard | Ford |
Model | Safari | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 541 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 691 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 61 L |