2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 32 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 400 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera 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.
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2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
Model | Brera | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 230 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2950 mm |