1997 GMC Safari vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1997 GMC Safari is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 GMC Safari (187 HP) has 138 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GMC Safari weights approximately 985 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1997 GMC Safari | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | GMC | Wartburg |
Model | Safari | 311 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 338 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |