2001 GMC Safari vs. 1958 Steyr 500
To start off, 2001 GMC Safari is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1958 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1958 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 1510 kg more than 1958 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, 2001 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Steyr 500. 2001 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1958 Steyr 500 has manual transmission. 1958 Steyr 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 GMC Safari | 1958 Steyr 500 | |
Make | GMC | Steyr |
Model | Safari | 500 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1850 mm |