1977 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 35 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (399 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 391 kg more than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (600 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Pontiac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Grand Safari | ML |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2916 mm |