1950 Citroen 15 vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 5,317 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 434 kg more than 1950 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne 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 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Citroen 15, 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, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Citroen 15 | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | 15 | Grande Parisienne |
Year Released | 1950 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 5317 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 101.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3030 mm |