1999 GMC Safari vs. 1966 Steyr 500

To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Steyr 500 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 168 more horse power than 1966 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 1475 kg more than 1966 Steyr 500. 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 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr 500. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1966 Steyr 500 has manual transmission. 1966 Steyr 500 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.

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