1952 Allard Safari vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 61 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, 2013 BMW X3 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 439 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 2013 BMW X3 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, 2013 BMW X3 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, 2013 BMW X3 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari. 2013 BMW X3 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. 2013 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1952 Allard Safari | 2013 BMW X3 | |
Make | Allard | BMW |
Model | Safari | X3 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2098 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 67 L |