2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK (269 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 465 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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 SLK (350 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | SLK | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2950 mm |
