2005 GMC Safari vs. 1951 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar C-Type (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 929 kg more than 1951 Jaguar C-Type.
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, 2005 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. (298 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. 2005 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1951 Jaguar C-Type has manual transmission. 1951 Jaguar C-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 1951 Jaguar C-Type | |
Make | GMC | Jaguar |
Model | Safari | C-Type |
Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |