2000 Audi R8 vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 24 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1868 kg more than 2000 Audi R8.
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, 2000 Audi R8 (339 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (320 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi R8 | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Audi | Pontiac |
Model | R8 | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3595 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |