1961 BMW 700 vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 700 would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1961 BMW 700. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1961 BMW 700 | 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 700 | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2950 mm |