1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 600 kg more than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Chrysler Imperial | 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
Model | Imperial | Grande Parisienne |
Year Released | 1960 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3030 mm |