2009 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (661 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 513 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 435 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 675 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | SL | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 661 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2950 mm |