1971 Vauxhall Firenza vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1371 kg more than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. 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, 2012 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. 2012 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1971 Vauxhall Firenza has manual transmission. 1971 Vauxhall Firenza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1971 Vauxhall Firenza | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Vauxhall | GMC |
Model | Firenza | Savana |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2361 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 117 L |