2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 71 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500.
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 Mercedes-Benz E500 (441 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | E500 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1729 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |
