1976 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 33 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 325 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari 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 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera, 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, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
Make | Pontiac | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Grand Safari | Brera |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |