1952 Allard Safari vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 3,621 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari.
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 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Allard | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Safari | C |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 16.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 66 L |
