2005 GMC Safari vs. 1960 Lotus Seven
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1960 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1960 Lotus Seven.
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. 2005 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1960 Lotus Seven has manual transmission. 1960 Lotus Seven 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 | 1960 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | GMC | Lotus |
| Model | Safari | Seven |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 29 L |
