1952 Allard Safari vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 54 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari. 2013 Cadillac ATS 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 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Allard | Cadillac |
| Model | Safari | ATS |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1805 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 61 L |
