2000 GMC Safari vs. 1949 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. (130 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 457 kg more than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. 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, 2000 GMC Safari (319 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. (288 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. 2000 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1949 Jensen Interceptor has manual transmission. 1949 Jensen Interceptor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Safari | 1949 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | GMC | Jensen |
| Model | Safari | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 130 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
