2005 GMC Safari vs. 1969 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 911 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 34 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 911. (156 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 905 kg more than 1969 Porsche 911. 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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 911. (191 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 1969 Porsche 911 | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Safari | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 156 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 191 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |