1967 Pontiac Firebird 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 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (240 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 100 kg more than 1967 Pontiac Firebird.
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 Pontiac Firebird | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Firebird | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6545 cc | 5317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 240 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3030 mm |
