1987 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 1958 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1958 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1958 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1958 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Volkswagen Beetle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1987 Pontiac Grand Safari | 1958 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Safari | Beetle |
Year Released | 1987 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1190 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |