1996 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1996 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 470 kg more than 1996 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1996 Italdesign Nazca 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 1996 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Italdesign Nazca | 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Italdesign | Pontiac |
| Model | Nazca | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
