1997 BMW M3 vs. 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1997 BMW M3 is newer by 20 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. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 570 kg more than 1997 BMW M3.
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, 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari (319 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW M3. (236 Nm). This means 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW M3. 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1997 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1997 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 BMW M3 | 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | M3 | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 319 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |