2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 25 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 6,558 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 418 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 515 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, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (651 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (440 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Bentley | Pontiac |
Model | Exp Speed 8 | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 6558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 182 HP |
Torque | 651 Nm | 440 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |