2005 Maserati MC12 vs. 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2005 Maserati MC12 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 485 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati MC12 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 535 kg more than 2005 Maserati MC12.
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 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2005 Maserati MC12 has manual transmission. 2005 Maserati MC12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Maserati MC12 | 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Maserati | Pontiac |
Model | MC12 | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 623 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 652 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2950 mm |