1959 Maserati Tipo 60 vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati Tipo 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati Tipo 60 would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati Tipo 60 (198 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. (139 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Tipo 60 should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1959 Maserati Tipo 60.
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.
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1959 Maserati Tipo 60 | 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Maserati | Pontiac |
Model | Tipo 60 | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1885 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2950 mm |