1958 BMW 600 vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 600 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 170 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 1375 kg more than 1958 BMW 600. 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 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 600 | 2005 GMC Safari | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 600 | Safari |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 38 Nm | 339 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2830 mm |