1952 Ford Zephyr vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 133 more horse power than 1952 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 780 kg more than 1952 Ford Zephyr. 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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Zephyr | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Zephyr | Safari |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 98 L |
