1991 BMW M12 vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1991 BMW M12 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW M12 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. (139 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW M12 should accelerate faster than 1989 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, 1991 BMW M12 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 BMW M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1991 BMW M12 has manual transmission. 1991 BMW M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW M12 | 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | M12 | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2950 mm |