1958 Maserati 250 vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 250 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 250 (193 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 250 should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1958 Maserati 250.
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. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1958 Maserati 250 has manual transmission. 1958 Maserati 250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Maserati 250 | 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Maserati | Pontiac |
| Model | 250 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1800 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2950 mm |
