2005 GMC Safari vs. 1986 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 911 (228 HP) has 38 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 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 518 kg more than 1986 Porsche 911.
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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 911. (286 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 1986 Porsche 911 | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Safari | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 228 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 286 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |