2000 GMC Safari vs. 1950 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1950 Volkswagen Beetle. (24 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1950 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1950 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Safari | 1950 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Safari | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| 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 | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
