1976 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 37 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, 2013 Infiniti M (298 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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 55 kg more than 2013 Infiniti M.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Infiniti M (350 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2013 Infiniti M | |
Make | Pontiac | Infiniti |
Model | Grand Safari | M |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1515 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2900 mm |