1997 GMC Safari vs. 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn
To start off, 1997 GMC Safari is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GMC Safari weights approximately 125 kg more than 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 GMC Safari | 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn | |
| Make | GMC | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Safari | Silver Dawn |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 114.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 108 L |
