1952 Chevrolet DeLuxe vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Chevrolet DeLuxe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Chevrolet DeLuxe would be higher. At 5,319 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1952 Chevrolet DeLuxe. (85 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1952 Chevrolet DeLuxe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 363 kg more than 1952 Chevrolet DeLuxe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Chevrolet DeLuxe | 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | DeLuxe | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3546 cc | 5319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 101.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3030 mm |
