1999 BMW 323 vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1999 BMW 323 is newer by 10 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, 1999 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. (139 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 455 kg more than 1999 BMW 323.
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, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 323. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 323 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 323 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:
1999 BMW 323 | 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 323 | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |