2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 156 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. (346 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | E500 | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
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 | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 346 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1729 kg | 1885 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 |