1977 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1977 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, 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster. 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | Grand Safari | Boxster |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2420 mm |