2007 Ford F-250 vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 31 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Ford F-250 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2007 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford F-250 | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | F-250 | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 3075 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2950 mm |