1954 Cadillac 62 vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Cadillac 62 (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Cadillac 62 | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | 62 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 2950 mm |
