2005 GMC Safari vs. 1975 Porsche 930
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 815 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Porsche 930. 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, 1975 Porsche 930 (350 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 1975 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Safari | 930 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| 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 | 256 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
