2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena vs. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari

To start off, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 185 kg more than 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena.

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 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (773 Nm) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. (274 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari
Make Ferrari Pontiac
Model KS 360 Modena Grand Safari
Year Released 2000 1979
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3572 cc 5736 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 400 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 3200 RPM
Torque 773 Nm 274 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1690 kg 1875 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 5450 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2950 mm


 

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