1972 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Montana is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 12 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Montana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (462 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm). This means 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Grand Prix | Montana |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6547 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 95 L |
