1981 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1981 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, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2001 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | Grand Safari | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 602 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |