1952 Allard Safari vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (529 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 694 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 Mercedes-Benz S (800 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 597 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Allard | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Safari | S |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 529 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3165 mm |
