1952 Allard Safari vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 3,621 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1114 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 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1952 Allard Safari 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
Make Allard Mercedes-Benz
Model Safari Sprinter
Year Released 1952 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3621 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 85 HP 188 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 203 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 1400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1476 kg 2590 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 5906 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 2024 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 2446 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 3665 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 81 L 100 L


 

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