1961 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2003 GMC Safari
To start off, 2003 GMC Safari is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2003 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 405 kg more than 2003 GMC 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, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chrysler Imperial | 2003 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Imperial | Safari |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2830 mm |
