1977 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 36 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 800 kg more 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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 | 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Grand Safari | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 6092 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3820 mm |
