1961 Innocenti 950 vs. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1961 Innocenti 950. 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, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (515 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Innocenti 950 | 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Innocenti | Pontiac |
Model | 950 | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 7460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3000 mm |