1952 Allard Safari vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 59 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1148 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari. 2011 GMC Yukon 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. 2011 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Safari | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Allard | GMC |
Model | Safari | Yukon |
Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 2624 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 117 L |