2005 GMC Safari vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (226 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (275 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Safari | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 226 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |
