2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 30 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 435 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | CLK | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2950 mm |