1959 Holden FC vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FC 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 168 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 776 kg more than 1959 Holden FC. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Holden FC | 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | Holden | Pontiac |
Model | FC | Grande Parisienne |
Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 5319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3030 mm |