2009 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari

To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 5,997 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC (592 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 454 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 695 kg more than 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC 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 Bentley Continental GTC (553 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari. (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Grand Safari.

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