1976 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari.
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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2007 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2007 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Pontiac | Panoz |
Model | Grand Safari | Esperante |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |