1967 Alpine A 110 vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alpine A 110 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 191 more horse power than 1967 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1967 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1967 Alpine A 110. 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:
| 1967 Alpine A 110 | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Alpine | Pontiac |
| Model | A 110 | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 955 cc | 5317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 101.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 102 L |
