1971 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2011 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 128 kg more than 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep will offer significantly more control. 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, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 05-Sep. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2011 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Pontiac | Saab |
| Model | Grand Prix | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6545 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
