2005 BMW Z4 vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2005 BMW Z4 is newer by 29 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, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 BMW Z4. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 610 kg more than 2005 BMW Z4. 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, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (440 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW Z4. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW Z4. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW Z4 | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | Z4 | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 6558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 110.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2950 mm |