1975 BMW 1602 vs. 1995 GMC Safari
To start off, 1995 GMC Safari is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1975 BMW 1602. 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, 1995 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 1602 | 1995 GMC Safari | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 1602 | Safari |
Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |