2005 BMW 530 vs. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 26 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 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 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 40 kg more than 2005 BMW 530.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 530 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:
2005 BMW 530 | 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 530 | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |