1979 BMW 633 vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 633 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 633 (194 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 633 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 323 kg more than 1979 BMW 633.
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, 2004 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 633. (285 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 633.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 633 | 2004 GMC Safari | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 633 | Safari |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 191 HP |
Torque | 285 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1793 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 102 L |