1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 466 kg more than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. 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, 2000 GMC Safari (319 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (219 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin 3-Litre | 2000 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | 3-Litre | Safari |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |
