1975 BMW 1602 vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 30 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 105 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 995 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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 1602 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1925 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 |
