2005 GMC Safari vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 141 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 1071 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | GMC | Wartburg |
| Model | Safari | 311 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2041 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 43 L |
