2009 Audi A8 vs. 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A8 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2950 mm |
