1970 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 5,031 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Quattroporte (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 155 kg more than 1970 Maserati Quattroporte.
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. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1970 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 1970 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Maserati Quattroporte | 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Maserati | Pontiac |
Model | Quattroporte | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4709 cc | 5031 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |