1999 GMC Safari vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 555 kg more than 1955 Rover P4. 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, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1955 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1955 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Safari | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | GMC | Rover |
| Model | Safari | P4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 52 L |
