2005 BMW M3 vs. 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 BMW M3.
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, 2005 BMW M3 (337 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. (319 Nm). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW M3 | 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | M3 | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3244 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 337 Nm | 319 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2950 mm |