2008 Cadillac DTS vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2008 Cadillac DTS 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac DTS 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 257 kg more than 2008 Cadillac DTS.
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 Cadillac DTS, 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, 2008 Cadillac DTS (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac DTS | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | DTS | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2950 mm |
