1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 444 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2005 GMC Safari | |
Make | Austin-Healey | GMC |
Model | Sports Convertible | Safari |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2950 mm |