1998 GMC Safari vs. 1952 Porsche 356
To start off, 1998 GMC Safari is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1952 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1952 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1952 Porsche 356. 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, 1998 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Porsche 356. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Porsche 356. 1998 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1952 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1952 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 GMC Safari | 1952 Porsche 356 | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Safari | 356 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1131 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 79 L |