1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 262 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 650 kg more than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (320 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Arnage | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Bentley | Pontiac |
Model | Arnage | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 835 Nm | 320 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2950 mm |