1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta vs. 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta would be higher. At 6,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta (385 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta should accelerate faster than 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 200 kg more than 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta.
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, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta has manual transmission. 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta | 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Monteverdi | Pontiac |
Model | Berlinetta | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6974 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 596 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |