1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2002. (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 774 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002. 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, 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2002. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2002. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1968 BMW 2002 has manual transmission. 1968 BMW 2002 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 2002 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |
