1973 BMW 525 vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 BMW 525. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 420 kg more than 1973 BMW 525. 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, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 525. (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 525. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1973 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1973 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 525 | 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 525 | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2950 mm |